Contraception Flashcards
1
Q
Sperm on average (mean) have been shown to survive for
A
1-2 days
Up to 7 days
2
Q
Oocyte average lifespan
A
17 hours up to 24 hours
3
Q
Ovulation occurs how many days after menses
A
12-16 days before a woman’s next menses
4
Q
How old can we rely on breastfeeding as a contraception
A
6 month
5
Q
How do breastfeeding offers contraception
A
Suckling increases the production of prolactin, decreases the release of GRH and suppresses ovulation
