What is the best instruction for a client who missed two doses of oral contraceptives?

The recommended instruction for a client who missed two doses of oral contraceptives is to take 2 pills a day for 2 days and to use an alternate method of contraception for 7 days. This approach helps to ensure that hormone levels are adequately restored to prevent unintended pregnancy after missed doses.

When two pills are missed, taking two pills on two consecutive days provides a way to catch up and maintain effective contraception. Additionally, using an alternate method (like condoms) for 7 days is crucial because it accounts for the window of time in which ovulation could occur if hormonal levels are not stabilized. This additional precaution helps ensure that protection against pregnancy is maintained during this period of hormone adjustment.

Other options do not effectively address the need to resume proper dosing or do not provide adequate protection against potential pregnancy. Therefore, the recommended method is the most effective and safest practice for anyone who has missed doses of their oral contraceptives.