Family Planning and Birth Control Methods Quiz

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What factors should be considered when selecting a method of contraception?

Health, effectiveness, cost, lifestyle, and willingness to comply only

Health, effectiveness, cost, lifestyle, age, number of pregnancies, willingness to comply, and couple's preference (correct)

Cultural values and age only

Moral and religious values only

What is the nurse's role concerning contraception?

To educate and guide individuals about available choices and their advantages (correct)

To only inform patients about the side effects of contraception

To discourage the use of contraception

To make the final decision for the patient

In family planning, what should nurses be sensitive to when discussing birth control with patients?

Patient's educational background only

Patient's age and gender

Patient's cultural and personal values (correct)

Patient's financial status only

What should nurses encourage patients to do after providing information on birth control?

Seek more information from the healthcare provider Signup and view all the answers

Why is the couple's preference an important factor in choosing a method of contraception?

It ensures that the method chosen aligns with both partners' needs and preferences Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time for removing the diaphragm after coitus?

6-8 hours after coitus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect or complication of using a cervical cap?

Cervical irritation or erosion Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for using a male condom correctly?

Roll the sheath along the entire penis, leaving slack at the end Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential complication associated with intrauterine devices (IUDs)?

Ovarian cysts Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for determining the fertile period when using the rhythm method?

Both a and b can be used Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a true statement about tubal sterilization?

It involves crushing, ligating, or clipping the fallopian tubes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential complication of a tubal sterilization procedure?

Bowel injury Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a hysterectomy?

Treatment of uterine cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential side effect of a vasectomy?

Psychological adjustment Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended follow-up after a vasectomy?

Return for semen analysis to confirm absence of sperm. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action for combined birth control pills?

Preventing ovulation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication associated with combined birth control pill use?

Benign liver tumors Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended timeframe for taking the morning-after pill after unprotected sexual intercourse?

Within 72 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which contraceptive method is preferred for women who are breastfeeding?

Progestin-only pills Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential side effect associated with the use of progestin-only pills?

Increased risk of ectopic pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Birth Control Planning

Birth control planning involves considering moral, religious, cultural, and personal values
Nurses should be sensitive to these factors when discussing birth control with patients

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Method

Patient's health
Effectiveness of the method
Cost
Lifestyle
Ease of use
Age
Total number of pregnancies the patient has had
Patient's willingness to comply with use
Couple's preference

Nurse's Role

Educate and guide the woman or couple concerning available choices
Discuss advantages, disadvantages, side effects, and long-term effects
Allow for insertion and removal practice sessions
The final decision rests with the individuals involved

Contraception Methods

Barrier Methods

Diaphragms
- Dome-shaped latex caps with flexible metal ring to cover the cervix
- Inner surface is coated with spermicide before insertion
- Provides mechanical barrier to sperm
- Available by prescription only and fitted by a professional
- 87% effective
Cervical caps
- Rubber thimble-shaped shields covering cervix, held in place by suction
- Spermicide in inner surface provides mechanical barrier to sperm
- Fitted by professional
- Effectiveness similar to that of diaphragm
Male condoms
- Thin rubber sheath fitting over erect penis, providing barrier to sperm
- Simple method to use, no prescription necessary
- 85% effective
Female condoms
- Double-ring system fitted into the vagina up to 8 hours before intercourse
- No prescription necessary
- Affords protection against HIV, cytomegalovirus, and hepatitis B

Hormonal Methods

Combined birth control pills
- Combination pill contains estrogen and progesterone
- Prevents ovulation, causes changes in the endometrium, and alterations in cervical mucus and tubal transport
- Simple and unobtrusive in use
- 99% effective
Morning-after pill (Plan B)
- Contains norgesterel 500mg and ethinyl estradiol 50 mcg
- Creates a hostile uterine lining and alters tubal transport
- 98.4% effective
Progestin-only pills
- Taken daily, with no pill-free days
- Preferred for women who are breast-feeding
- Does not suppress lactation but inhibits ovulation
- Thickens cervical mucus and alters uterine lining

Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)

Inserted into uterus, flexible objects made of plastic or copper wire
Contraception probably provided by inflammatory response in endometrium, preventing implantation
97% to 88% effective

Permanent Methods

Tubal sterilization
- Includes a variety of abdominal and vaginal surgical procedures
- Permanently prevents sperm and ovum from meeting
- Nearly 100% (99.6%) effective
Hysterectomy
- Surgical removal of uterus
- 100% effective
Vasectomy
- Bilateral surgical ligation and resection of ductus deferens
- Sterilization is not immediate, usually takes about 1 to 3 months
- 100% effective

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Test your knowledge on advances in drug therapy, family planning technologies, and various birth control options available for individuals. Learn about the importance of considering moral, religious, cultural, and personal values when discussing birth control with patients.