Contraception Flashcards
What does BRAIDED stand for
§ B – Benefits: Information about advantages and success rates
§ R – Risks: Information about disadvantages and failure rates
§ A – Alternatives: Information about other available methods
§ I – Inquires: opportunities to ask questions
§ D – Decisions: opportunity to decide or to change mind
§ E – Explanations: Information about method and how it is used
§ D – Documentation: Information given and patient’s understanding
What are the different barrier methods
- condoms
- spermicides - alone are not effective when a highly reliable contraceptive method is sought, reduces the sperms mobility
- diaphragm - round flexible device that covers the cervix
- cervical cap - like a diaphragm, but smaller and can at times shift from the cervix
- contraceptive sponge - Sponge contains N9 spermicide that destroys the sperm cell membrane.
What are the different hormonal methods
Combination of estrogen and progestin -Monophasic – fixed doses of estrogen and progestin
Multiphasic – alter the amount of progestin and sometimes the amount of estrogen within each cycle
Progestin only (sometimes called mini pill)- · Cervical mucus remains thick and does not provide a suitable environment for sperm penetration
Transdermal patch - § Patch placed on abdomen, buttocks, upper outer arm, or torso BUT NOT THE BREAST
Vaginal ring - Small flexible ring inserted deep into the vagina for 3 out of every 4 weeks
Single rod implant - Synthetic progestin is released to prevent ovulation for about 3 years
Depo- Provera- IM injection containing synthetic progesterone 150 mg IM (every 11-13 weeks)
Intrauterine Device (IUD)- Contains copper or progesterone and is inserted into the uterus by the health care provider, String protrudes from vagina - continuous protection
