Growth and Development Q 5
The nurse in an infertility clinic is discussing the treatment routine. The nurse advises the couple that the major stressor for couples being treated for infertility is usually
A. Having to tell their families
B. The cost of the interventions
C. The inconvenience of multiple tests
D. The right scheduling of sexual intercourse
Correct Answer: D. The right scheduling of sexual intercourse.
Sexual activity “on-demand” is the major cause of stress for most infertile couples. It is important for couples to have sexual intercourse around the time of ovulation to increase the pregnancy rate.
Option A: Having to tell families may also be a factor contributing to stress but is not the major stressor. Despite the prevalence of infertility, the majority of infertile women do not share their stories with family or friends, thus increasing their psychological vulnerability.
Option B: Cost may also be a contributing factor to stress but is not usually the major factor. There are disadvantages of this new science for patients: the cost of preimplantation genetic screening can add thousands of dollars to an already expensive treatment cycle.
Option C: The inconvenience of multiple tests may also be a factor contributing to stress but is not usually the major factor. Some patients will get pregnant quite easily from assisted reproductive treatment, conceiving on their first cycle. However, that is the exception; for many, it may take years, or not happen at all.