FSRH COC Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of travel warrants changing to alternative contraception ?
A
Higher than 4500 m/ 14 500 feet for more than 1 week
2
Q
When should woman be advised to stop CHC before major surgery ?
A
Stop 4 weeks before any planned major surgery or expected period of limited mobility.
3
Q
To what age can the CHC be continued if medically eligible ?
A
Age 50
4
Q
What is perfect and typical failure rate for CHC ?
A
Less than 1% perfect about 9% typically
5
Q
At what weight is the CTP thought too be less effective ?
A
over 90kg
6
Q
Which combination of progesterone are associated with the lowest VTE risk ?
A
Levonorgestrel
Norethisterone
Norgestimate
7
Q
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