Pregnancy Preventation

Question 1

Background information for Hormone Contraceptives

Answer 1

Female hormones rise and fall in a pattern or ‘cycle’ that promotes ovulation and egg implantation. If ovulation, fertilization, and implantation successfully occur, pregnancy can occur.

Question 2

Pharmacology of Hormone Contraceptives

Answer 2

Prevent ovulation or implantation of the egg

Question 3

Indications of Hormone Contraceptives

Answer 3

• Pregnancy prevention

Question 4

Side effects of Hormone Contraceptives

Answer 4

• Breast tenderness
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Emotional changes
• Blood clots

Question 5

Drug interactions of Hormone Contraceptives

Answer 5

• Smoking cigarettes increases the risk of blood clot formation
• Antibiotics can reduce the effectiveness of hormone contraceptives

Question 6

Important note for Hormone Contraceptives

Answer 6

• Should not be used during pregnancy