LARC's
What hormone does the copper IUD contain?
NONE
Which hormone in the oral contraceptive pill is responsible for headaches as a side effect?
Estrogen
What is generally the preferred method of emergency contraception?
Progestogen only regimen
What is the route of administration of medroxyprogesterone acetate?
Intramuscular
What barrier method requires a cap to be placed over the cervix prior to coitus?
Diaphragm
What hormone is released by the implant?
Etonogestrel
What condition is an absolute contraindication to estrogen containing oral contraceptives?
Venous thromboembolism
According to YUZPE's method, after how many hours/days will emergency contraceptive still be effective for use?
72 hours/ 3 days
What is the maximum weight a woman can be to use the transdermal patch?
90kg
Does the female condom provide protection against STD's?
Yes
How long can the Mirena (Levonorgestrel) be left in situ to protect form pregnancy?
8 years
The safe window for progesterone-only pills that contain norethisterone and levonorgestrel is _________ hours.
3 hours
If the emergency contraceptive pill is not an option,what else could you recommend?
The copper IUD
How long does the vaginal ring stay in situ?
3 weeks
Spermicides may only be obtained with a prescription
True or False
False
If the copper IUD does not contain hormones how does it prevent pregnancy?
The copper releases copper ions into the uterus.
The ions change the fluids in the fallopian tube and uterus, making them inhospitable to sperm. Sperm entering these parts of the body won’t be viable and can’t fertilize an egg
If a patient on estrogen containing contraceptives is having major surgery,the contraceptive should be stopped ________weeks prior and ________ weeks after.
4 weeks prior and 2 weeks after
How is Ovral (Ethinyestradiol/Norgestrol) dosed as an emergency contraceptive?
2 Tablets 12 hourly (for 2 doses)
This injectable contraceptive has the least potential for weight gain
Norethisterone enanthate
After a weight change of ____kg,a new diaphragm may need to be fitted.
5 KG
List 2 categories of patients in which the implant should be used with caution
Those with liver disease or previous breast cancer
When can COC's be used post partum?
3 weeks if not breastfeeding
6 Months if breastfeeding
What 3 requirements need to be met in order to qualify as obtaining "informed consent"?
1. A verbal in person request
2. The request must come from the person to whom the medication is intended for use
3.Medication must be dispensed to the patient for whom it is intended
What is the maximum period recommended for the use for Medroxyprogesterone acetate and why?
2 Years.
It contributes to bone loss and predisposes to osteoporosis
When using a diaphragm,it should be inserted ___ hrs before coitus and remain in place for _____ hrs after coitus.
3 hours before and 6 hours after