Contraception and STI's Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What can condoms prevent?
A
unwanted pregnancy and STI’s
2
Q
What form of contraception can prevent STI’s and unwanted pregnancies?
A
Condoms and abstinence
3
Q
What form of contraception alters the hormone release in females to prevent unwanted pregnancy?
A
The pill
The implanon (rod)
IUD
4
Q
How does the pill prevent unwanted pregnancy?
A
By decreasing egg release and making it harder for sperm to reach fallopian tube
5
Q
When should a condom be placed on a penis?
A
After consent and when erect
6
Q
What is disadvantage of using the pill as the only form of contraception?
A
Does not protect against STI’s and if not taken correctly not effective
7
Q
What does STI stand for?
A
Sexually trasmitted illness
