Pregnancy, childbirth, and contraception Flashcards
Closely charting and observing the body signs associated with the menstrual cycle such as body temperature, cervical mucus, and length of periods.
Fertility Awareness (Natural Family Planning)
Hormone shot given once every 3 months that stops eggs from leaving the ovaries; this also increases the cervical mucus making it difficult for sperm to get to the uterus. (exact same thing as the pill)
Depo-Provera
Blocks woman’s tubes to stop sperm from meeting the egg.
Tubal ligation
Pill that is taken to prevent sperm from getting to the egg or prevents the egg from attaching to the uterus.
Emergency Contraceptive Method
I.U.D means
Intrauterine Device
T-shped piece of plastic that is often covered by copper wire that is inserted into the uterus. Other types contain hormones that are released to stop the ovaries from releasing eggs.
I.U.D.
low suction force draws out contents of the uterus
_____Vacuum aspiration__________________:
doctors usually reserve for when there is a serious problem with the fetus or medical complications related to the mother
_______Dilation and extraction_____________________:
attempting to prevent pregnancy
Contraception
Refraining from sexual intercourse
Abstinence
Thin sheath made of latex rubber or animal membrane placed over an erect penis preventing sperm from entering the vagina.
Condoms
A loose fitting pouch that is inserted into the vagina before sex to prevent sperm from entering the vagina.
Female Condom
foam, jelly, cream, and film that are inserted deep into the vagina just before sx to “kill off” sperm in the vagina. ___________________
Spermicide
Before considering these methods you must see a physician to discuss the options
Prescription Birth Control Methods
Contains hormones that stop the ovaries from releasing eggs.
The Pill
A small, thin rod that is inserted under the skin that release hormones into the bloodstream that stop ovaries from releasing an egg.
Implanon
The birth control patch contains hormones that stop the ovaries from releasing an egg.
Birth Control Patch
The ring contains hormones that are released in to the body to prevent an egg from being released by the ovary.
Birth Control Ring
Permanent birth control method (seldom reversible, no STI protection)
Sterilization
Blocks a man’s vas deferens to stop sperm from entering the semen.
Vasectomy
Give birth to a child and give the _____parental________ rights to another person(s)
Adoption
Allows the child a chance to experience a family that they may have not been able to provide
Adoption
Allows couples who are not capable of ______conceiving___________ a child the opportunity for a family
Adoption
Termination of pregnancy
Abortion
cervix is dilated and lining of the uterus is scraped
__________Dilation and evacuation__________________:
