Nur-113 Unit 1 test Flashcards
Periodic abstinence, provides contraception by using methods that rely on avoiding intercourse during fertile days
Natural Family Planning
A shallow, dome-shaped, latex or silicone device with flexible rim that covers the cervix
Diaphragm
Fits snugly around the cervix close to the junction of the cervix and vaginal fornices
Cervical Cap
A small, round, polyurethane sponge that contains N-9 spermicide; fits over cervix
Vaginal Sponge
Nonoxynol-9 (N-9) works by reducing the mobility of the sperm. Chemicals attack the spem flagella and body, thereby preventing the sperm from reaching the cervical os.
Spermicides
Progestin-only Contraception
method impairs fertility by inhibiting ovulation, thickening and decreasing the amount of cervical mucus, thinning the endometrium and altering cilia in the uterine tubes
small, soft, t-shaped device with nylon string attached; stops the egg and the sperm from meeting
Intrauterine Contraceptives
refers to surgical procedures intended to render the persons infertile
Sterilization
surgical removal of ovaries
Oophorectomy
surgical removal of the uterus
Hysterectomy
Is the sealing, tying, or cutting off a man’s vas deferens so the sperm cannot travel from the testes to the penis
Vasectomy
Abortion Performed at the woman’s request
Elective Abortion
Abortion performed for reasons of maternal or fetal health or disease
Therapeutic Abortion
involves male partner withdrawing his penis from the woman’s vagina before ejaculation
Coitus interruptus
The practice of restraining oneself from sexual activities
Abstinence