Contraceptive_choices_for_young_people_flashcards
What guidelines provide recommendations for contraception provision to young people?
The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health (FRSH) guidelines from 2010.
What is the age of consent for sexual activity in the UK?
16 years.
Under what conditions may practitioners provide contraception to young people under 16?
If they feel that the young person is ‘competent’, usually assessed using the Fraser guidelines.
What age group is considered unable to consent for sexual intercourse in the UK?
Children under the age of 13 years.
What should trigger child protection measures?
Consultations regarding sexual activity in children under 13 years.
What do the Fraser Guidelines state about providing contraception to young people?
All the following requirements should be fulfilled for providing contraception to young people.
What is the first requirement of the Fraser Guidelines?
The young person understands the professional’s advice.
What is the second requirement of the Fraser Guidelines?
The young person cannot be persuaded to inform their parents.
What is the third requirement of the Fraser Guidelines?
The young person is likely to begin, or to continue having, sexual intercourse with or without contraceptive treatment.
What is the fourth requirement of the Fraser Guidelines?
Unless the young person receives contraceptive treatment, their physical or mental health, or both, are likely to suffer.
What is the fifth requirement of the Fraser Guidelines?
The young person’s best interests require them to receive contraceptive advice or treatment with or without parental consent.
When should young people be advised to have STI tests after unprotected sexual intercourse?
2 and 12 weeks after an incident of unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI).
Why are long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (LARCs) advantageous for young people?
Because this age group may often be less reliable in remembering to take medication.
What are the concerns regarding progesterone-only injections (Depo-provera) for young people?
Concerns about the effect on bone mineral density.
What is the UKMEC category of IUS and IUD for women under the age of 20 years?
Category 2.
