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Contraception Flashcards

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1
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What are monophasic pills?

A

contain same amount of estrogen and progestin

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2
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What are multiphasic pills?

A

amounts of estrogen & progestin vary

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3
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What does the minipill contain?

A

only progestin

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4
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How is ovulation suppressed in BC pills?

A

suppression of FSH/LH (estrogenic effect)

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5
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What is 1 undesirable effect of BC pills caused by excessive estrogen?

A

chloasma (brown patches on face)

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6
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What is 1 contraindication of BC pills?

A

undiagnosed, abnormal uterine bleeding

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7
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Education regarding missed dose of BC pills

A

miss 1 day, double dose; miss 2 days, double 2 days; 3 days, you’re out … use 2nd form of contraception until next cycle

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8
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What are some drug-drug interactions with BC pills?

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decrease the effectiveness of warfarin, insulin, certain oral hypoglycemics, antibiotics, & anticonvulsants

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9
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How long does the NuvaRing provide pregnancy protection for?

A

1 month

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10
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Does the NuvaRing have more or fewer mood swings compared to BC pills?

A

fewer

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11
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What is the trio of no-no’s for the NuvaRing?

A

age >35, smoker, HTN

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12
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How long is the NuvaRing left in for?

A

21 days

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13
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What if the NuvaRing slides out?

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must be reinserted within 3 hours

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14
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When is the patch (Xulane) administered, and how long can it be worn?

A

adminstered weekly and can be worn for 3 weeks

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How often is Depo-Provera injected?

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every 3 months

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16
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What is a disadvantage of Depo-Provera?

A

delayed return of fertility (up to 1 year)

17
Q

What is an undesirable affect of Depo-Provera?

A

decrease in HDL

18
Q

How long does the Nexplanon implant provide pregnancy protection for?

A

3 years

19
Q

How long can the progestin-releasing (Mirena) IUD be in for?

A

3-6 years

20
Q

How long can the non-hormonal (copper, ParaGard) IUD be in for?

A

up to 10 years

21
Q

When should a diaphragm be re-fitted?

A

weight gain >20 lbs. or weight loss

22
Q

How long does the diaphragm need to be left in vagina after intercourse?

A

at least 6 hours

23
Q

What is the most effective emergency contraception?

A

copper IUD

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