B3.2.4 - Controlling reproduction

Question 1

What are non-hormonal contraception methods?

Answer 1

Barrier methods that prevent sperm contacting the egg or physical devices that release chemical compounds

Question 2

What are hormonal contraception methods?

Answer 2

Hormones that are used to disrupt the normal reproductive cycle

Question 3

What are some examples of non-hormonal contraception methods?

Answer 3

• Condom
• Diaphragm or cervical cap
• Intrauterine device

Question 4

What are some examples of hormonal contraception methods?

Answer 4

• Oestrogen and progesterone pill (combined)
• Progesterone pill
• Intrauterine system

Question 5

What is the effectiveness of a male condom?

Answer 5

98%

Question 6

What is the effectiveness of a female condom?

Answer 6

95%

Question 7

What is the effectiveness of a diaphragm and cap?

Answer 7

92-96%

Question 8

What is the effectiveness of an oestrogen and progesterone pill (combined)?

Answer 8

Over 99%

Question 9

What is the effectiveness of a progesterone pill?

Answer 9

Over 99%

Question 10

What is the effectiveness of an intrauterine device?

Answer 10

Over 99%

Question 11

What is the effectiveness of an intrauterine system?

Answer 11

Over 99%