XII: Chapter 4- Reproductive health Flashcards
On which days of menstrual cycle is coitus avoided in periodic abstinence method of contraception?
Day 10 to day 17
Which is the fertile period of menstrual cycle?
Day 10 to day 17
What is LNG-20?
Hormone releasing IUD
What is multiload 375?
Copper releasing IUD
What is proestastert?
Hormone releasing IUD
What is the function of copper in copper releasing IUDs?
Copper reduces sperm motility and fertilising capacity
How does Hormone releasing IUD affect the uterus?
It makes the uterus unsuitable for implantation and the cervix hostile to the sperms
What can be a very effective emergency contraceptive after unprotected intercourse?
Administration of progestogens or progestogen-estrogen combination
Which sexually transmitted diseases are incurable?
Hepatitis-B, genital herpes and HIV infections
In which month of pregnancy can amniocentesis be done?
4th month
What is replacement level?
Number of children which replace a children to maintain zero growth rate.
What is the replacement level of India?
2.1
How do chemical barrier contraceptives prevent conception?
They kill sperms by rupturing acrosomal membrane
Name a contraceptive sponge.
Today
What is the spermicidal agent in Today sponge?
Nonoxynol-9