Contraception Flashcards
What are the two options for emergency contraception?
Copper IUD
Morning after pill
How long after unprotected sex can ELLA-ONE be taken?
72 hours
How long after unprotected sex can LEVONELLE be taken?
120 hours
How does the morning after pill function as an emergency contraceptive?
It delays ovulation
How does the copper IUD act as an emergency contraceptive?
Acts as a spermicide and prevents implantation
What is the most effective method of emergency contraception?
Copper IUD
How can you establish whether a patient (under 16) is in a ‘safe’ relationship?
By asking questions about their partner such as their age, how they met etc.
How effective is the pill as a contraceptive?
> 99%
What risks are associated with the contraceptive pill?
Risk of thrombus, increased blood pressure and a small risk of breast cancer
In what ways can the contraceptive pill be administered?
Tablet
Ring
Patch
What are the two types of contraceptive pill?
Progesterone pill
Combined progesterone and oestrogen pill
Which type of contraceptive pill gives more control over the cycle?
Combined pill
How effective is a condom as a contraceptive if used correctly?
98%
What kind of products can interfere with the functioning of a condom?
Oil based products
What method of contraceptive is also the only method of protection against STIs?
Condom
What are the two types of IUD?
Copper IUD
Hormonal Mirena IUD
What hormone is released by the Mirena IUD?
Progesterone
After how long do IUDs need to be replaced?
5-10years
How effective are IUDs as contraceptives?
> 99%
What form of contraceptive is most effective?
Implant
How often does an implant contraceptive need to be replaced?
3 years
How often is a contraceptive injection given?
3 months
What is the potential side effect of a contraceptive injection?
Can lower endogenous oestrogen leading to low bone mineral density
The subcutaneous contraceptive injection can be done by the person themselves at home. T/F?
True
