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what is a male condom?

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a soft, disposable sheath that comes in different sizes, shapes, thickness, colours and flavours

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what is a male condom made out of?

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latex or non latex

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how does a male condom work?

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a physical barrier to prevent direct contact

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can you reuse male condom?

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what no gross

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how effective is a male condom?

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effective, but highly effective with perfect use

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do you need a prescription with a male condom?

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no

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what type of condom material prevents STIs?

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latex

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male condoms avoid premature ____

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ejaculation

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male condoms must be stored and ___ properly

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handled

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male and female condoms and diaphragms must be _____ at the time of sexual activity

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available

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male and female condoms and diaphragms may ____ or ____

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break / slip

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male condoms may reduce _____ for either partner

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sensitivity

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what is a female condom?

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a soft, disposable polyurethane sheath found online, in store or in pharmacies

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how does a female condom work?

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it is placed in the vagina before sex to prevent direct contact

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can you reuse a female condom?

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no thats nasty

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how affective is a female condom?

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effective, but highly effective with perfect use

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17
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do you need a prescription for a female condom?

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no

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18
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does a female condom prevent STIs?

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yes

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19
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female condoms and diaphragms must be properly _____

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inserted

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20
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are female or male condoms more expensive?

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female

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21
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do female or male condoms make noises?

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female

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what is a diaphragm?

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a latex dome with a steel ring

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where can a diaphragm be purchased?

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  • online
  • pharmacy
  • family planning clinics
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do you need a prescription to get a diaphragm?

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yes

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how is a diaphragm sized?
by a professional
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how does a diaphragm work?
blocks the entry to the uterus
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how long must a diaphragm be left in after sex?
6-7 hours
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what should also be applied to a diaphragm?
spermicide
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how effective is a diaphragm?
effective, but highly effective with perfect use
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when using a diaphragm, no ____ are used
hormones
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diaphragms are good for ____ women
breastfeeding
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can a diaphragm protect against STIs?
some but not all
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when does a diaphragm have to be inserted?
hours before sex
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when using a diaphragm, there is still a risk of ___ ____ infection
urinary tract
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what is an intra- uterine device?
a contraceptive that is partly made of copper and sits inside the uterus to last up to 5 years
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do you need a prescription for an intra- uterine device?
yes
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how is an intra- uterine device inserted and removed?
by a physician
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how does an intra- uterine device work?
it prevents fertilization, changes the lining of the uterus and thickens cervical mucus
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how effective is an intra- uterine device?
highly effective
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an intra- uterine device does not contain ____
estrogen
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an intra- uterine device does not ____ with sex
interfere
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an intra- uterine device can decrease the risk of _____ cancer
cervical
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an intra- uterine device can cause irregular ____
bleeding
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an intra- uterine device can cause _____ bleeding and ____
menstrual / cramping
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an intra- uterine device may ___ out
fall
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does an intra- uterine device prevent STIs?
no
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what 6 forms does spermicide come in?
- creams - jellies - tablets - suppositories - foams - film
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where can spermicide be purchased?
online, in store or in pharmacies
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how does spermicide work?
disables sperm
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how effective is spermicide?
effective, but highly effective when used with a barrier method
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are hormones used in spermicide?
no
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spermicide is good for ____ or ____ women
smoking / breastfeeding
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spermicide may also provide ____
lubrication
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does spermicide prevent STIs?
no
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some people may be _____ to spermicide
allergic
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what is a pill?
the most popular contraceptive
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what 2 hormones does a pill contain?
estrogen and progestin
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do you need a prescription for a pill?
yes
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how does a pill work?
prevents an egg release, thickens cervical mucus, changes lining of uterus
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how many pills are taken a day?
one
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how effective is the pill?
highly effective
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is a pill, patch, nuva ring, or injection's effects permanent?
no
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a pill reduces the number of _____ and ____
periods / cramping
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a pill reduces ___ and ____
acne / hirsutium
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a pill reduces the risk of ____ cancer
cervical
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what are 4 side affects of the pill?
- irregular bleeding - nausea - bloating - headaches
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women ages __ + and who ___ cannot use the pill
35 / smoke
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the pill and a patch increases the risk of ____ ____
blood clots
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does the pill protect against STIs?
no
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where is a patch placed?
a patch placed on the bum, upper- outer arm, lower abdomen, upper body
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what 2 hormones does a patch contain?
estrogen, progestin
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do you need a prescription for a patch?
yes
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when is a patch applied?
apply the patch once a week for three weeks, then one week without
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how does a patch work?
prevents egg release, thickens cervical mucus, changes lining of uterus
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how effective is a patch?
highly effective
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a patch regulates your ____ and reduces _____
periods / cramping
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a patch may irritate your ____
skin
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the patch may _____
detach
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does a patch prevent STIs?
no
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what are 3 side effects of the patch?
- irregular bleeding - breast tenderness - headaches
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what is a nuva ring?
a ring 54 mm long
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what 2 hormones does the nuva ring contain?
estrogen, progestin
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do you need a prescription for a nuva ring?
yes
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when is a nuva ring inserted?
inserted into the vagina for 3 weeks, then removed for one week
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how does a nuva ring work?
prevents egg release, thickens cervical mucus, changes lining of uterus
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how effective is a nuva ring?
highly effective
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does a nuva ring interfere with sex?
no
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what are 4 side effects of the nuva ring?
- irregular bleeding - nausea - headaches - breast tenderness
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a nuva ring can also cause ____ or ____
discomfort / irritation
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the nuva ring may ___ out
fall
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how many times is the injection per year?
4
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what hormone does the injection contain?
progestin
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do you need a prescription for an injection?
yes
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how does an injection work?
prevents egg release, thickens cervical mucus, changes lining of uterus
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how effective is the injection?
highly effective
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the injection is good for ____ women
breastfeeding
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the injection stops _____ altogether eventually
periods
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the injection reduces the risk of _____ cancer
cervical
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the injection may cause irregular ____
bleeding
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the injection may decrease bone ____ _____
mineral density
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the injection can cause women to gain ___
weight
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the injection may cause a delay in getting _____ later on
pregnant
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does an injection prevent STIs?
no

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