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Contraception - Barrier Flashcards

1
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Is barrier contraception common?

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Yes, one of the most common forms of contraception in the UK

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2
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How does barrier contraception prevent pregnancy?

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It stops the male’s sperm from coming into contact with the female’s ovum

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What is the additional benefit of barrier contraception?

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Some forms may decrease the risk of STI transmission

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4
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What are male condoms typically made of?

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Latex

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5
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How are male condoms put on?

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They are rolled down from the tip of the penis to the base

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6
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Where does semen collect in a male condom?

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In a reservoir at the tip end

lol does this really require a card

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7
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Do male condoms stop the transmission of STIs?

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Yes, of some

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8
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Give 2 examples of STIs that male condoms stop the transmission of?

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  • Chlamydia

- Gonorrhoea

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9
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What is the failure rate of condoms with perfect use?

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2%

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10
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What is the typical failure rate of condoms?

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16%

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What are the advantages of male condoms?

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  • Not contraindicated by any conditions except latex allergies
  • Only contraceptive method available that is controlled by the male, which may be desirable by the couple
  • Widely available and simple to use
  • Only needs to be used immediately before intercourse
  • Protective against many STIs
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12
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What alternatives are available for couples with a latex allergy who want to use male condoms?

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Polyurethane

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13
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How does the efficacy rate differ between latex condoms and polyurethane male condoms?

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It is similar

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14
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What are the disadvantages of male condoms?

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  • Perfect use is rarely achieved

- Can reduce sensitivity or arousal

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15
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Why is perfect use rarely achieved with male condoms?

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  • May become dislodged

- Couple may lack motivation to use every time

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16
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What are female condoms made from?

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Polyurethane

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17
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Describe female condoms

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They are tubular shaped, where the inner rings sits deep in the vagina and the open outer ring sits just outside the vulva

18
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How do female condoms work?

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The male inserts their penis into the female condom, preventing contact with the vagina

19
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Do female condoms reduce the transmission of STIs?

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Yes, of some e.g. chlamydia and gonorrhoea

20
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What is the failure rate of female condoms with perfect use?

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5%

21
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What is the typical failure rate of female condoms?

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21%

22
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What are the advantages of female condoms?

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  • No contraindications
  • Less likely to tear than male condoms
  • May protect against some STIs
  • Can be inserted up to 8 hours before intercourse
23
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What are the disadvantages of female condoms?

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  • Perfect use is rarely achieved
  • Penis may be inserted between condom and vaginal wall
  • Can be noisy and/or uncomfortable for woman during intercourse
24
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Why is perfect use rarely achieved with female condoms?

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  • May become dislodged

- Couple may lack motivation to use every time

25
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What are diaphragms made of?

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Typically rubber with a metal inner frame

26
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Where do diaphragms sit?

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Spans the posterior fornix to the anteroinferior wall of the vagina

27
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How do diaphragms work?

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They cover the cervix, therefore preventing the entry of semen

28
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How are diaphragms held in place?

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Combination of vaginal tone, rigid metal inner frame, and pubic symphysis

29
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What are diaphragms often combined with?

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Spermicide

30
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Why are diaphragms often combined with spermicide?

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To increase their efficacy

31
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What is the failure rate of the diaphragm with perfect use?

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6%

32
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What is the typical failure rate of the diaphragm?

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16%

33
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Where do cervical caps sit?

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Directly over the cervix

34
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How are cervical caps held in place?

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Suction and vaginal tone

35
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What are cervical caps often combined with?

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Spermicide

36
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What is the failure rate of cervical caps with perfect use?

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9% in nulliparous women, 20% in parous women

37
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What is the typical failure rate of cervical caps?

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16% in nulliparous women, 20% in parous women

38
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What are the advantages of diaphragms and cervical caps?

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Can be inserted up to 3 hours before intercourse

39
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What are the disadvantages of diaphragms and cervical caps?

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  • Perfect use rarely achieved
  • Require prior planning and careful insertion
  • Requiring measuring and fitting to find correct size
  • Associated with higher risk of UTIs
  • STI transmission is not reduced
40
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What requires a refitting of a diaphragm or cervical cap?

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Any weight gain or pregnancy

41
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Why are diaphragms and cervical caps associated with a higher risk of UTIs

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Most likely due to position of diaphragm/cap putting pressure on urethra

42
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Why might diaphragms and cervical caps increase the rate of transmission of STIs?

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Spermicide may irritate the vaginal mucosa possibly increasing the rate of transmission

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