Contraception Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 hormonal methods of contraception
A
Oral contraceptive pill
implant
injection
some intrauterine devices
2
Q
Name 3 non-hormonal methods of contraception
A
Barrier method (diaphragm or condoms)
abstinence
spermicide
sterilisation
some intrauterine devices
3
Q
State an advantage of The pill
A
Highly effective if taken correctly everyday
4
Q
State an disadvantage of The pill
A
- Must be taken everyday
- Risk of side effects
- Doesn’t protect against STI’s
5
Q
State an advantage of hormonal contraceptives
A
-More convenient than taking a daily pill
-Long- lasting
6
Q
State a disadvantage for hormonal contraceptives
A
-Risk of side effects
-Don’t protect against STI’s
7
Q
State an advantage of barrier methods
A
-Don’t use hormones so no side effects
-Reduce risk of STI’s
8
Q
State a disadvantage of barrier methods
A
-Can break or slip off
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