Birth Control Flashcards
1
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Classifications of Birth Control
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-prescription
-purchasable
-personal choice
2
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Birth Control Types: Hormonal Methods
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-prevent ovulation by changing a woman’s hormonal level
-Most effective (90-98%)
-no STD protection
-ex. BC pill, control patch, shot, ring
3
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Birth Control Types: Barrier Methods
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-prevents egg and sperm from joining
-80-90% effective
-some protect against STDs
-ex. condoms, diaphragm
4
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Birth Control Types: Choice Method
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-behavior choice methods
-50-100% effective
-does not prevent STDs
-ex. Abstinence, withdrawal, rhythm method
5
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Permanent Birth Control Method
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surgically change ones ability to concieve
-ex Tubal Ligation (F), Vasectomy (M)
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