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What are among the most common types of contraception used in the US?
What are among the most common types of contraception used in the US?
- Condom use and injectable contraceptives
- Tubal implants and male contraceptive pills
- Male sterilization and implantable birth control
- Oral contraceptive pills and female sterilization (correct)
Why is it important to tailor contraceptive options to the patient and the partner?
Why is it important to tailor contraceptive options to the patient and the partner?
- To provide more expensive options for wealthier patients
- To limit the choice of contraceptive methods available
- To encourage the use of permanent sterilization methods
- To ensure cultural or religious preferences are respected (correct)
What is a key aspect that patients should understand about their contraceptive method?
What is a key aspect that patients should understand about their contraceptive method?
- The availability at local convenience stores
- The cost of the method compared to others
- The brand popularity among their peers
- The potential side effects and efficacy rate (correct)
Which family planning methods are as effective as sterilization according to the speaker?
Which family planning methods are as effective as sterilization according to the speaker?
What is the reason behind the change in the recommendation regarding monogamous, stable relationships for IUD use?
What is the reason behind the change in the recommendation regarding monogamous, stable relationships for IUD use?
Why is the history of STD no longer a barrier to using an IUD?
Why is the history of STD no longer a barrier to using an IUD?
When is it necessary to consult a gynecologist regarding IUD removal?
When is it necessary to consult a gynecologist regarding IUD removal?
Why is it important to perform a pelvic exam before IUD insertion?
Why is it important to perform a pelvic exam before IUD insertion?
What is a key characteristic of progestin-only pills (POPs)?
What is a key characteristic of progestin-only pills (POPs)?
What is used to measure the depth of the uterus for IUD insertion?
What is used to measure the depth of the uterus for IUD insertion?
What is a common side effect of progestin-only pills (POPs)?
What is a common side effect of progestin-only pills (POPs)?
What technique is used for removing an IUD?
What technique is used for removing an IUD?
What is an important recommendation for patients using progestin-only pills (POPs)?
What is an important recommendation for patients using progestin-only pills (POPs)?
What is the recommended placebo pack length for the most efficacious pill?
What is the recommended placebo pack length for the most efficacious pill?
How often should the patch be worn for contraceptive purposes?
How often should the patch be worn for contraceptive purposes?
What can be done to have a period-free month when using contraceptive patches?
What can be done to have a period-free month when using contraceptive patches?
How long is the ring left in the vagina for contraceptive purposes?
How long is the ring left in the vagina for contraceptive purposes?
What happens if a patient forgets to remove the contraceptive ring after three weeks?
What happens if a patient forgets to remove the contraceptive ring after three weeks?
What does the author suggest regarding informing patients about potential side effects of contraceptive methods?
What does the author suggest regarding informing patients about potential side effects of contraceptive methods?
What advice does the author give regarding the plastic ring used as a contraceptive method?
What advice does the author give regarding the plastic ring used as a contraceptive method?
What is mentioned as a potential benefit of using contraceptive rings or patches?
What is mentioned as a potential benefit of using contraceptive rings or patches?
What patient population does the author recommend contraceptive rings as suitable for?
What patient population does the author recommend contraceptive rings as suitable for?
What method involves using spermicidal jelly or foam placed on the inside of the diaphragm?
What method involves using spermicidal jelly or foam placed on the inside of the diaphragm?
Which method can be inserted several hours before the act of intercourse?
Which method can be inserted several hours before the act of intercourse?
How reliable is the withdrawal method?
How reliable is the withdrawal method?
Which method requires a pelvic exam for insertion?
Which method requires a pelvic exam for insertion?
What app, mentioned in the text, helps in deciding the safest contraception method?
What app, mentioned in the text, helps in deciding the safest contraception method?
Which method is specifically mentioned as NOT requiring a pelvic exam to start?
Which method is specifically mentioned as NOT requiring a pelvic exam to start?
What effect can estrogen and combined hormonal contraceptives have on blood pressure?
What effect can estrogen and combined hormonal contraceptives have on blood pressure?
What is the common misconception mentioned in the text regarding withdrawal method?
What is the common misconception mentioned in the text regarding withdrawal method?
What type of discharge is checked in fertility awareness methods?
What type of discharge is checked in fertility awareness methods?
'The only method that mandates a pelvic exam is IUD insertion.' What does this statement imply about other contraceptive methods?
'The only method that mandates a pelvic exam is IUD insertion.' What does this statement imply about other contraceptive methods?
What does the World Health Organization and CDC designed app help with?
What does the World Health Organization and CDC designed app help with?
What does estrogen and combined hormonal contraceptives have negative effects on?
What does estrogen and combined hormonal contraceptives have negative effects on?
What is the main reason for not wanting to give hormonal-based contraception to patients with hepatic adenoma?
What is the main reason for not wanting to give hormonal-based contraception to patients with hepatic adenoma?
What is a risk factor for clotting issues in patients over 35 years old?
What is a risk factor for clotting issues in patients over 35 years old?
What does the ACHES mnemonic aim to help patients report regarding hormonal-based contraception?
What does the ACHES mnemonic aim to help patients report regarding hormonal-based contraception?
What does COC stand for in the context of contraceptives?
What does COC stand for in the context of contraceptives?
Which term refers to contraceptive pills that contain both estrogen and progestin, as well as patches and rings?
Which term refers to contraceptive pills that contain both estrogen and progestin, as well as patches and rings?
What is the characteristic of monophasic birth control pills?
What is the characteristic of monophasic birth control pills?
What issue can patients experience with low-dose contraceptive pills?
What issue can patients experience with low-dose contraceptive pills?
What does POP stand for in the context of contraceptives?
What does POP stand for in the context of contraceptives?
What is the primary reason for recommending higher dose contraceptive pills to certain patients?
What is the primary reason for recommending higher dose contraceptive pills to certain patients?
What do triphasic birth control pills refer to?
What do triphasic birth control pills refer to?
Which patient population should be cautious when using low-dose contraceptive pills?
Which patient population should be cautious when using low-dose contraceptive pills?
What are CHCs commonly referred to as besides pills?
What are CHCs commonly referred to as besides pills?
What method is used to start combined hormonal contraceptives quickly?
What method is used to start combined hormonal contraceptives quickly?
Which contraceptive method is notorious for causing amenorrhea?
Which contraceptive method is notorious for causing amenorrhea?
What is the meaning of the term 'LARC' in the context of contraception?
What is the meaning of the term 'LARC' in the context of contraception?
What is the key consideration for starting combined hormonal contraceptives using the Sunday start method?
What is the key consideration for starting combined hormonal contraceptives using the Sunday start method?
Why might the Depo-Provera injection not be the best contraceptive method for some patients?
Why might the Depo-Provera injection not be the best contraceptive method for some patients?
What is the traditional approach for starting combined hormonal contraceptives?
What is the traditional approach for starting combined hormonal contraceptives?
What is the primary advantage of the Sunday start method for combined hormonal contraceptives?
What is the primary advantage of the Sunday start method for combined hormonal contraceptives?
What characteristic makes LARC methods particularly suitable for teenagers and younger adult women?
What characteristic makes LARC methods particularly suitable for teenagers and younger adult women?
What is a notable finding about long acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) according to studies?
What is a notable finding about long acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) according to studies?
What advice should be given to patients who prefer having a regular period each month?
What advice should be given to patients who prefer having a regular period each month?
What is one of the considerations when using the quick start method for combined hormonal contraceptives?
What is one of the considerations when using the quick start method for combined hormonal contraceptives?
What characteristic of Depo-Provera injection should patients be counseled about?
What characteristic of Depo-Provera injection should patients be counseled about?
What is the recommended action for patients using the implant, Nexplanon, to address bone density changes?
What is the recommended action for patients using the implant, Nexplanon, to address bone density changes?
What is the main difference between progestin-based and copper-based IUDs?
What is the main difference between progestin-based and copper-based IUDs?
What is the primary purpose of the copper in copper-based IUDs?
What is the primary purpose of the copper in copper-based IUDs?
What is one of the potential drawbacks of using copper-based IUDs?
What is one of the potential drawbacks of using copper-based IUDs?
What is one of the reasons why patients might prefer IUDs as a contraceptive method?
What is one of the reasons why patients might prefer IUDs as a contraceptive method?
What is the role of progestin in progestin-based IUDs?
What is the role of progestin in progestin-based IUDs?
What is a potential consideration for patients using the implant, Nexplanon?
What is a potential consideration for patients using the implant, Nexplanon?
What distinguishes progestin-loaded rods such as Nexplanon from other contraceptive methods?
What distinguishes progestin-loaded rods such as Nexplanon from other contraceptive methods?
What is the primary reason for recommending training in inserting and removing implants like Nexplanon?
What is the primary reason for recommending training in inserting and removing implants like Nexplanon?
What is an advantage of progestin-based IUDs for patients experiencing heavy menses?
What is an advantage of progestin-based IUDs for patients experiencing heavy menses?
What aspect distinguishes the implant, Nexplanon, from other progestin-only contraceptive methods?
What aspect distinguishes the implant, Nexplanon, from other progestin-only contraceptive methods?
What is the primary function of hormonal contraceptives?
What is the primary function of hormonal contraceptives?
What is the role of estrogen in birth control?
What is the role of estrogen in birth control?
What is a potential side effect of estrogen in hormonal contraceptives?
What is a potential side effect of estrogen in hormonal contraceptives?
What is a common side effect of progestins in hormonal contraceptives?
What is a common side effect of progestins in hormonal contraceptives?
What contraindication would prevent the use of hormonal contraceptives?
What contraindication would prevent the use of hormonal contraceptives?
What characteristic makes progestin-only pills suitable for new breastfeeding mothers?
What characteristic makes progestin-only pills suitable for new breastfeeding mothers?
What recommendation should be given to patients with a history of breast cancer regarding hormonal contraceptives?
What recommendation should be given to patients with a history of breast cancer regarding hormonal contraceptives?
Why should patients with coagulation problems be cautious when considering hormonal contraceptives?
Why should patients with coagulation problems be cautious when considering hormonal contraceptives?
What is the primary purpose of natural family planning mentioned in the text?
What is the primary purpose of natural family planning mentioned in the text?
Why should patients with diabetes be closely monitored when using hormonal contraceptives?
Why should patients with diabetes be closely monitored when using hormonal contraceptives?
What is a notable side effect of hormonal contraception that can worsen headaches according to the text?
What is a notable side effect of hormonal contraception that can worsen headaches according to the text?
What is the main reason for not giving combined contraceptives to new breastfeeding mothers?
What is the main reason for not giving combined contraceptives to new breastfeeding mothers?