Contraception Flashcards

1
Q

Which patients should avoid combination contraceptives?

A

Those over 35 who smoke, anyone at risk for DVT.

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2
Q

True or false, progestin only contraceptives have low side effect profile.

A

True

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3
Q

What are some adverse effects of continuous cycling?

A

Breakthrough bleeding and spotting.

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4
Q

Match the Adverse Effects :

  1. Melasma
  2. Late Cycle Bleeding
  3. Hirsutism
  4. Early Cycle Bleeding

A. Too little progestin.
B. Too little estrogen.
C. Too much progestin.
D. Too much estrogen.

A
  1. D
  2. A
  3. C
  4. B
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5
Q

Slynd is a progestin only medication with more forgiveness for…

A

Missed/early doses.

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6
Q

What is the boxed warning for depo-provera?

A

risk for osteoporosis

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7
Q

What are most of the get-it and forget-it methods based on?

A

Progestin Only

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8
Q

How long can you use a copper IUD?

A

10 years or longer.

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9
Q

True or false:

You can use combination products for contraception in patient with hx of DVT or PE?

A

False

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10
Q

True or false:

It is not safe to use estrogen containing products if over the age of 35 and a smoker due to risk for DVT.

A

True

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11
Q

True or False:

Migraine with aura can use estrogen containing contraception.

A

False.

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12
Q

Why use progestin only contraception for lactating women?

A

Estrogen is known to lower quantity and quality of breastmilk.

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13
Q

What is plan B one step?

A

High dose, progestin only medication for emergency contraception.

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14
Q

How can you access plan B medication?

A

OTC

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15
Q

How long can plan B medication be used after last known intercouse?

A

Up to 5 days, best efficacy within 3 days.

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16
Q

When should ulipristal be prescribed?

A

If it has been 3-5 days after last known intercourse.