OB readings Flashcards
Estrogen in OCPs suppress what pituitary hormone?
FSH
Progestin in OCPs suppress which pituitary hormone?
LH
Which hormone in OCPs increased cervical mucus thickness?
Progesterone
Which hormone in OCPs provides most of the contraceptive effect, vs which decreases menstrual cycle?
Estrogen = decreases menstruation Progestin = majority of contraceptive effect
What is the classic regimen for OCPs?
21 days of hormones, 7 days of placebos
What are the two major disadvantages of the progestin only pill?
- Must be taken nearly exact time each day
- No control over cycle
Who should progestin only pills be prescribed to?
- H/o thromboembolism
- Breastfeeding mothers
What are the metabolic impacts of OCPs?
Increase lipids and stimulate p450
What is the treatment for breakthrough bleeding associated with combination OCPs?
1.25 mg of estradiol for 7 days, on top of OCPs
NOT double up on pills since progesterone effect will win out, and nothing will change
How long does the initial menstrual irregularity last with combination OCPs?
3 ish months
What percent of women using OCPs will develop amenorrhea?
1% in first year
Who is more likely to have post OCP amenorrhea?
Those pts who had irregular menstruation beforehand and younger women
What is the regimen for transdermal patch use?
The patient should start the patch during the first 5 days of her menstrual period and replace it weekly for 3 weeks. The fourth week is patch-free to allow a withdrawal bleed.
What is a major risk of transdermal patches that may decrease its efficacy?
fat
How often is the DEPO shot given? HOw long does it last?
q3 months (although lasts 14 weeks)
When in the menstrual cycle should the DEPO shot be given?
The injection should be given within the first 5 days of the current menstrual period, and, if not, a back-up method of contraception is necessary for 2 weeks.
Why should the DEPO shot not be given for longer than two years?
Lower estrogen levels increased the risk for osteoporosis
What are the contraindications to DEPO?
- unevaluated vaginal bleeding
- pregnancy
- Malignancy of the breast
- Liver dysfunction
True or false: the depo shot is an alternative to OCPs in women over 35 that smoke
True
What is the most common side effect of implant contraception?
Irregular, unpredictable bleeding
What is a major downside to diaphragm use?
Increased incidence of UTIs
The sponge should be left in place for at least (__) hours after intercourse, but wearing it for more than (__) hours is not recommended because of the risk of TSS.
The sponge should be left in place for at least 6 hours after intercourse, but wearing it for more than 30 hours is not recommended because of the risk of TSS.
Why is IUD insertion best inserted during menstruation?
it confirms the patient is not pregnant and her cervix is usually slightly open.
What is the role of abx and IUD placement?
Not shown to be effective in preventing infx
True or false: the copper IUD works by inhibiting implantation and and can function as an abortifacient in normal use
False–The copper ions from the copper-containing device primarily work as a spermicide, inhibiting sperm motility and the acrosomal reaction necessary for fertilization. It rarely works by inhibiting implantation and does not function as an abortifacient in normal use.
Why is the fertility awareness method not a good method postpartum?
Menstruation is still irregular postpartum
How does the calendar method work?
She charts her periods for 6 months to calculate this fertile period. The first day of the fertile period is determined by subtracting 18 days from the total length of her shortest menstrual cycle. The last day of the fertile period is calculated by subtracting 11 days from the total length of her longest cycle
What amount of breastfeeding is enough to provide contraception?
Exclusive breastfeeding (i.e., intervals between feedings not more than 4 hours during the day and 6 hours at night with supplemental feedings limited to less than 5%–10% of total feeding)
What is the plan B contraceptive?
Lots of progesterone
What are the components of the basic menstrual history?
- Age at first menarche
- LMP
- Length of periods
- Number of days between periods
- Any recent changes to periods
What are the basic questions that should be obtained at a new OB visit?
- Menstrual questions
- Sex question + contraceptives
- Gravidity/parity
- h/o vaginal issues/surgeries
- Family history
- Shx
What are the recommendations regarding clinical breast exams from the USPSTF and the american cancer society?
USPSTF = I rating ACS = q3 years in women 20-39, and annually for 40+