**CONTRACEPTIVES**

Question 1

The only method of contraception that can be initiated at any time postpartum.

What would you recommend?

Answer 1

POP
Progesterone Only Pill

POP is the

POP IS THE ONLY method of contraception that can be initiated at any time postpartum.

Question 2

What should not be initiated in the first 21 days after delivery due to the increased venous thromboembolism risk.

Answer 2

COCP

Question 3

When can IUD and IUS be inserted postpartum?

Answer 3

The IUD and the IUS can only be inserted within 48 hours of childbirth or after 4 weeks.

Question 4

What is not a suitable method of contraception for a postpartum patient as she is not breastfeeding.

Answer 4

Lactational amenorrhoea

Question 5

At what point in her menstrual cycle can the IUD be inserted?

Answer 5

Anytime during the cycle

Question 6

heavy menstrual bleeding,

saturating her pads with blood regularly and frequently

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no desire to have children

What is the most appropriate management?

Answer 6

Intrauterine System - first line

Question 7

young woman taking COCP - post coital bleeding =

Answer 7

cervical ectropion

Question 8

If patients have underlying medical problems (e.g. hypertension) +/- menstrual problems such as heavy periods

What is the most appropriate contraceptive choice?

Answer 8

An intrauterine system (e.g. Mirena)