Contraception Flashcards
What is known by a highly effective contraception
IUD
Sterilisation
What is spermicidal contraceptives used with
Barrier methods
Ate spermicidal contraceptives recommended with high risks os STIs
No
Who is IUD suitable for
For women of all ages
Who is IUD unsuitable for
Pelvic inflammatory diseases
When do IUDs become effective
Right after insertion and can be put in for 5 to 10 years
Why should you use caution with oil based lubricants
Can damage barrier methods
What are some barrier methods
Condoms
Female condoms already have spermicide on them
When should hormonal contraceptives be used
After menarche
What can contribute to HC failure
Weight, malabsorption and drug interactions can contribute
What age should HC not be used in
Over 50
CHC benefits
Reduced risk of ovarian and endometrial cancer
Predictable bleeding patterns
Reduces dysmennorhea
What is it called when there are fixed amounts of oestrogen and progesterone
Monophasic
What is it called when there are different amounts of oestrogen and progesterone
Multiphasic
What do we do with CHC and surgery
Discontinue at least 4 weeks before major elective surgery or any surgery that involves prolonged immobilisation of lower limbs
Use alternative contraception
When do we resume CHC after surgery
2 weeks after full remobilisation
What should we do if chc cannot be stopped before surgery
Thromboprophylaxis
What to do is D and V after contraceptives
Take another pill asap
What drugs are classed as missed if dose is missed for 12 hours
Zoely
Qlaira
Desogestrel
What drugs are classed as missed if dose is missed for 3 hours
Lenogestrel, norethisterone
What to do if one pill is missed
Take another pill
What to do if 2 pills are missed
Resume pill taking but use extra protection
When can you take emergency HC after childbirth and abortion
5 days after abortion
21 days after birth
When can EHC be given
Any day of menstrual cycle
