Lecture 10- Contraception Flashcards
Failure rate inherent in the method if the patient uses it correctly 100% of the time
method failure rate
Failure rate seen as the method is actually used by patients (this is more likely).
typical failure rate
What are the 2 types of IUDs?
Levonorgestrel-releasing IUD (2 types now)
Copper-containing IUD
Within how long must post-coital / emergency contraception be used?
72 hours
What do most OCP have for estrogen component?
Ethinyl estradiol
What is the pill that has progestin-only? What does it do?
“mini pill” it thickens cervical mucus, ovulation still occurs normally. Very time sensitive
Who should take the “mini pill”
Women who are lactating or women who have a contraindication to estrogen containing pill
What component of the pill provides the major contraceptional effect?
Progestational component by suppressing LH
What does estrogen in the pill do?
Suppresses the secretion of FSH to prevent follicle maturation
What are some side effects of the pill?
Breakthrough bleeding
bloating
weight gain
fatigue and headache
What are some contrainidcations of the pill?
VTE (venous thrombis embolism) CVA, AMI abnormal vaginal bleeding smoker >35 yo Liver disease breast CA
Can individual will gallbaldder disease have the pill?
Not the type that has estrogen in it
How long does the Nuvaring stay in for?
3 weeks, then take it out for a period then put one back in
What is an injectable hormonal contraception?
Depo-Provera
How often are Depo-Provera shots given?
q 3 months
What is Nexplanon?
Injected into the skin in sulcus of biceps muscle
Just progestrin
How long does nexplanon last?
3 years
How long does Ortho-Evra patch last?
Change every week then after 3 take it off for a period
Where is the IUD placed?
Goes in through cervical os and put it up into uterus and into fundus of the uterus
How does the IUD work?
Inhibits movement of sperm
Thin lining of uterus so embryo can’t implant
Thickening of cervical mucous (plug)
Which type of IUD release a small amount of copper and is a 10 year contraceptive?
Para gard
What is the 3 year contraceptive?
Skyla
What type of IUD releases small amount of levonogestrel into the uterus. Decreases menstrual blood loss and lasts up to 5 years?
Mirena
With which IUDs will you have heavier crampier periods first?
Paragard
What is the most common side effects of IUDS?
Spotting, heavier periods, uterine cramping
What is the slippage and breakage rate of male condom?
5-8%
What must a diaphragm be used with?
Spermacidal jelly or cream
How long must a diaphragm be left in after sex?
6-8 hours