B3.2.4

Question 1

What is the second group of contraception

Answer 1

Hormonal - disrupt the normal female reproductive cycle.

Question 2

What is the first group of contraception

Answer 2

Non hormone - barrier methods to prevent a sperm contacting the egg or chemical compound releasing devices.

Question 3

What is a condom

Answer 3

Placed over the penis and prevents sperm entering the vagina

Question 4

What is a diaphragm

Answer 4

Inserted into the vagina to cover the cervix. Prevents sperm cells from entering the uterus.

Question 5

What is a IUD coil

Answer 5

Inserted into the uterus. Releases copper which prevents sperm surviving in the uterus and fallopian tubes. Can also prevent implantation of a fertilised ovum.

Question 6

What is an oestrogen and progesterone pill

Answer 6

Prevents ovulation. Thickens mucus from the cervix stopping sperm from reaching the ovum.

Question 7

What does a progesterone pill do

Answer 7

A progesterone pill thickens mucus from the cervix stopping sperm from reaching the ovum. It also thins the lining of the uterus preventing implantation and can prevent ovulation.

Question 8

What is a IUS

Answer 8

A IUS is inserted into the uterus. Having the same effect on the body as the progesterone only pill.