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What is the most appropriate method of family planning for women with cycles between 26 and 32 days long?
What is the most appropriate method of family planning for women with cycles between 26 and 32 days long?
- Billings Ovulation Method
- Lactational Amenorrhea Method
- Basal Body Temperature Method
- Standard Days Method (correct)
What is the main active ingredient in hormonal injectables?
What is the main active ingredient in hormonal injectables?
- Progesterone
- Testosterone
- Estrogen
- Progestin (correct)
What is the main purpose of the Basal Body Temperature Method?
What is the main purpose of the Basal Body Temperature Method?
- To detect ovulation through cervical mucus
- To prevent pregnancy through abstinence
- To use cycle beads to determine fertile days
- To identify fertile and infertile periods (correct)
What is the purpose of Coitus Interruptus?
What is the purpose of Coitus Interruptus?
What is the main component of a Condom?
What is the main component of a Condom?
What is the purpose of Vasectomy and Bilateral Tubal Ligation?
What is the purpose of Vasectomy and Bilateral Tubal Ligation?
What is the primary objective of the Family Planning Program?
What is the primary objective of the Family Planning Program?
What is the principle of Respect for Life in the context of Family Planning?
What is the principle of Respect for Life in the context of Family Planning?
What is the purpose of Antenatal Registration in the Maternal Health program?
What is the purpose of Antenatal Registration in the Maternal Health program?
What is the purpose of Micronutrient Supplementation in the Maternal Health program?
What is the purpose of Micronutrient Supplementation in the Maternal Health program?
What is the principle of Informed Choice in the context of Family Planning?
What is the principle of Informed Choice in the context of Family Planning?
What is the primary goal of the Expanded Program of Immunization?
What is the primary goal of the Expanded Program of Immunization?
What is the primary purpose of Bilateral Tubal Ligation?
What is the primary purpose of Bilateral Tubal Ligation?
What is the term for giving only breast milk to infants?
What is the term for giving only breast milk to infants?
What is the term for the addition of one or more essential nutrients to food?
What is the term for the addition of one or more essential nutrients to food?
What is the result of a lack or absence of thyroid hormone in infants?
What is the result of a lack or absence of thyroid hormone in infants?
What is the name of the act that requires both public and private institutions to promote rooming-in?
What is the name of the act that requires both public and private institutions to promote rooming-in?
What is the term for a small, T-shaped plastic device used for long-term birth control?
What is the term for a small, T-shaped plastic device used for long-term birth control?
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Standard Days Method
Standard Days Method
A family planning method that relies on tracking the woman's menstrual cycle to identify fertile days and abstaining from intercourse during those days. It involves tracking the length of the menstrual cycle and using tools like beads to determine fertile days.
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
A temporary family planning method used in the postpartum period that relies on the physiological infertility associated with breastfeeding. The method is effective when the woman is fully breastfeeding and has not yet resumed menstruation.
Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Method
Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Method
A natural family planning method that involves charting the woman's basal body temperature (BBT) daily. The temperature rises slightly after ovulation. This method helps to identify the fertile window by tracking the temperature changes.
Billings Ovulation Method (Cervical Mucus Method)
Billings Ovulation Method (Cervical Mucus Method)
A natural family planning method that relies on observing changes in the woman's cervical mucus. The mucus becomes increasingly clear, stretchy, and slippery during ovulation (spinnbarkeit). The method involves abstaining from intercourse during days with specific mucus characteristics.
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Rhythm Method
Rhythm Method
A natural family planning method that involves abstaining from intercourse for a few days before and after ovulation. It relies on tracking the menstrual cycle and predicting ovulation based on calendar calculations.
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Coitus Interruptus (Withdrawal Method)
Coitus Interruptus (Withdrawal Method)
A natural family planning method involving withdrawing the penis from the vagina before ejaculation. It relies on the man controlling his ejaculation.
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Condom
Condom
A barrier contraceptive method that is a thin sheath of latex rubber that is placed over the penis during intercourse. It prevents the sperm from entering the vagina.
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Intrauterine Device (IUD)
Intrauterine Device (IUD)
A long-acting reversible contraceptive method involving the insertion of a small, T-shaped plastic device into the uterus. It prevents pregnancy by preventing sperm from fertilizing an egg.
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Vasectomy
Vasectomy
A permanent sterilization method involving the cutting or blocking of the vas deferens, the tube that carries sperm from the testes to the urethra. This prevents the release of sperm during ejaculation.
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Bilateral Tubal Ligation
Bilateral Tubal Ligation
A permanent sterilization method for women involving the cutting or blocking of the fallopian tubes. It prevents pregnancy by stopping the egg from traveling to the uterus.
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Injectables (Hormonal Contraceptives)
Injectables (Hormonal Contraceptives)
A temporary family planning method involving the injection of a hormone (progestin) that suppresses ovulation. It is administered every 3 months.
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DOH Family Health Office
DOH Family Health Office
The division of the DOH responsible for overseeing and providing operational support for various family health programs and initiatives in the Philippines.
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Maternal Health Program
Maternal Health Program
A comprehensive healthcare program focusing on the health and wellbeing of women during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum phases, aiming to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.
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Antenatal Registration
Antenatal Registration
One of the key aspects of the Maternal Health program, guaranteeing access to free antenatal care for pregnant women.
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Tetanus Toxoid Immunization
Tetanus Toxoid Immunization
Part of the Maternal Health program, recommending a series of tetanus toxoid vaccinations for pregnant women to protect them and their babies from tetanus infection.
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Micronutrient Supplementation
Micronutrient Supplementation
Component of the Maternal Health program aimed at addressing nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy. Provides supplementation with vitamin A and iron to prevent anemia.
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Infant and Young Child Feeding Program
Infant and Young Child Feeding Program
A comprehensive program aimed at promoting breastfeeding and improving infant and young child feeding practices. It emphasizes crucial nutritional needs in the early years.
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Exclusive Breastfeeding
Exclusive Breastfeeding
A crucial component of the Infant and Young Child Feeding Program that promotes exclusively breastfeeding for newborns. It is considered the optimal nutrition for babies in the first 6 months.
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Rooming-In Breastfeeding Act of 1992
Rooming-In Breastfeeding Act of 1992
A law that promotes rooming-in, allowing mothers and newborns to stay together, facilitating breastfeeding and bonding. Applies to both public and private hospitals and institutions.
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Food Fortification Law RA 8976
Food Fortification Law RA 8976
A national initiative that establishes mandatory fortification of essential food items with vital micronutrients to improve the overall health and nutritional status of the population.
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Newborn Screening Act of 2004
Newborn Screening Act of 2004
A public health program designed to identify infants with certain congenital disorders at birth. It helps to provide early intervention and treatment, improving long-term health outcomes.
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Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism
A specific condition screened for in the Newborn Screening Act. It involves a deficiency in thyroid hormone production, which can lead to developmental problems if left untreated.
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Family Planning Methods
- Natural methods:
- Standard Days Method: 95% effective, suitable for women with cycles between 26 and 32 days, uses cycle beads to determine fertile days.
- Lactational Amenorrhea Method: temporary postpartum method, based on physiological infertility.
- Basal Body Temperature Method: identifies fertile and infertile periods of a woman's cycle.
- Billings Ovulation or Cervical Mucus Method: abstains from sexual intercourse during fertile days, based on spinnbarkeit mucus.
- Rhythm Method: calendar method, abstains from coitus 3 or 4 days before ovulation.
- Coitus Interruptus: couple proceeds with coitus until moment of ejaculation, then the man withdraws.
- Artificial methods:
- Condom: thin sheath of latex rubber.
- Injectables: contains synthetic hormone, progestin, which suppresses ovulation.
- Oral Contraceptive Pills: contains hormones estrogen and progesterone, taken daily to prevent conception.
- Intrauterine Device (IUD): long-term birth control, small, T-shaped plastic device.
- Vasectomy: vas deferens is blocked or cut to prevent the passage of sperm.
- Bilateral Tubal Ligation: involves the cutting or blocking of the 2 fallopian tubes.
Family Health Programs
- DOH Family Health Office: tasked to operationalize health programs for family health.
- Programs:
- Maternal Health program.
- Family planning program.
- Child Health program.
- Expanded Program of Immunization.
- Nutrition program.
- Oral Health program.
- Other health program.
- WHO Philippines MCH Program: works with public health departments, community organizations.
Maternal Health Program
- Antenatal Registration: pregnant women can avail of free prenatal services.
- Tetanus Toxoid Immunization: series of 2 doses of tetanus toxoid vaccine must be received by pregnant women.
- Micronutrient Supplementation: Vit.A and Iron supplement for the prevention of anemia.
- Treatment of disease and other conditions: for women diagnosed as high-risk pregnancy.
Basic Principles of Family Planning Program
- Responsible Parenthood: each family has the right and duty to determine the desired number of children.
- Respect for Life: 1987 Constitution, government protects the sanctity of life, abortion is not a FP method.
- Birth Spacing: interval between pregnancies.
- Informed Choice: upholding and ensuring the rights of couples to determine the number and spacing of children.
Child Health Program
- Infant and Young Child Feeding: global evidence, good nutrition in early months and years of life.
- Importance of breastfeeding: exclusive breastfeeding is giving only breast milk to infants.
- Milk Code EO 51: products covered by milk code consist of breast milk substitute.
- Rooming-In Breastfeeding Act of 1992 RA 7600: promotes rooming-in, public and private institutions.
- Food Fortification Law RA 8976: establishes the Philippine food fortification program, vital for optimal health.
- Newborn Screening Act of 2004 RA 9288: public health program for early identification of infants, disorders tested for CH Congenital Hypothyroidism.
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