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Contraception Methods Quiz
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Contraception Methods Quiz

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What is the primary objective of contraception?

  • To regulate menstrual cycles
  • To protect against STIs
  • To treat endometriosis
  • To prevent pregnancy (correct)
  • Which method of contraception is considered less effective?

  • Barrier method
  • Natural family planning (correct)
  • Injection
  • Hormonal method
  • What is a common issue with the barrier method of contraception?

  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Tearing or interrupting intercourse (correct)
  • Weight gain
  • Irregular bleeding
  • What is a benefit of the combined contraceptive pill?

    <p>Reduced risk of certain cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential side effect of the progesterone-only pill?

    <p>Irregular bleeding or amenorrhoea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of the hormonal coil?

    <p>Reduces heavy menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the copper coil?

    <p>Spermicide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk of the copper coil?

    <p>Ectopic pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contraception Overview

    • Contraception aims to prevent pregnancy by preventing ovulation, thinning the endometrium, or thickening cervical mucus.

    Natural Family Planning

    • Less effective compared to other methods
    • Requires patient commitment to record daily fertility signs
    • Fertility signs can be unreliable due to factors like illness, stress, and breastfeeding

    Barrier Method

    • Protects against STIs
    • Can tear or break during intercourse
    • Correct technique is essential to ensure effectiveness
    • Allergic reactions to the materials used are possible

    Hormonal Contraceptives

    Combined Contraceptive

    • Stopped at short notice if needed
    • Less strict rules for missed pills
    • Makes periods more regular
    • Helps with endometriosis and menorrhagia
    • Reduces the risk of certain cancers
    • Increases the risk of VTE and strokes
    • Anti-epileptic medications can affect its effectiveness

    Progesterone-Only Pill

    • Can be stopped at short notice if needed
    • Must be taken daily at the same time
    • Can cause irregular bleeding or amenorrhoea

    Injection

    • Reduces the severity of sickle cell crises
    • Cannot be removed once administered
    • Causes menstrual irregularities and weight gain
    • May delay the return of fertility

    Implant

    • Reversible and reduces dysmenorrhoea
    • Quick return of fertility if removed
    • Causes irregular menstrual bleeding
    • Procedure required for fitting

    Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)

    Hormonal Coil

    • Reduces heavy menstruation
    • Reduces pain from endometriosis
    • Menstruation can be irregular
    • Procedure required for fitting
    • Increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy

    Copper Coil

    • Contains spermicide
    • Effective immediately and can be used as emergency contraception
    • Non-hormonal
    • Causes heavier periods
    • Procedure required for fitting
    • Increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy

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    This quiz covers different methods of contraception, including natural family planning and barrier methods. Understand the effectiveness and limitations of each method.

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