Barrier Methods and Emergency Contraception

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What is the primary function of contraception?

To treat acne

To alleviate menstrual bleeding

To prevent sexually transmissible infections

To prevent pregnancy (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a type of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC)?

Oral contraceptive pills (correct)

Contraceptive implant

Copper IUDs

Intrauterine devices (IUDs)

What is a key consideration when choosing a contraception method?

Cost

Ease of use

General health and current medications

All of the above (correct)

What is the primary benefit of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods?

Highly effective at preventing pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of emergency hormonal contraception (EHC)?

To prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of hormonal contraception?

Acne Signup and view all the answers

Who should a patient consult for contraception advice?

A pharmacist Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between hormonal and non-hormonal contraception methods?

Presence of hormones Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential effect of taking a CYP3A4 inducer with ulipristal?

Reduced efficacy of ulipristal Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage of levonorgestrel EHC?

One 1.5 mg tablet Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of levonorgestrel EHC?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is erectile dysfunction (ED) characterized by?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is a medical contraindication for sildenafil citrate?

Heart attack or stroke within the last 6 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum daily dose of OTC sildenafil?

One 50 mg tablet Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of sildenafil citrate?

Inhibition of phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential interaction between hormonal contraception and other medications?

Reduced efficacy of hormonal contraception Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of emergency contraception?

To prevent unintended pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of women would prefer to go to a different pharmacy for emergency hormonal contraception due to anonymity concerns?

20% Signup and view all the answers

When is it recommended to refer a woman to a doctor or family planning service for emergency hormonal contraception?

If the woman is under 16 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time frame for starting ulipristal emergency contraception after unprotected intercourse?

120 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the dosage of ulipristal emergency contraception?

30 mg single dose Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternative method of emergency contraception if hormonal EHC is unsuitable?

An IUD Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of ulipristal emergency contraception, reported by around one in five women?

Headache Signup and view all the answers

When should a pharmacist refer a woman to a doctor or family planning service due to a medicine interaction with emergency hormonal contraception?

If the woman is taking a medicine that interacts with EHC Signup and view all the answers