Contraceptions (Advantages) Flashcards
(16 cards)
no contraindications; prevents exposure to STI; readily available
absitinence
readily available, protects against STI; no systemic effects
condoms (male and female)
one-time use; may be place before intercourse; may leave in for up to 30 hrs; protects against repeated acts of intercourse
vaginal sponges
no systemic effects; fits snugly over cervix; may leave in for up to 48 hrs for repeated intercourse; no systemic effects
cervical caps
no systemic effects; may be placed in anticipation of intercourse; fits over cervix; may leave in place for 24 hrs for repeated intercourse
diaphragms
foam may be used for an immediate emergency contraceptive
spermicidal gels, cream suppository, or foam
suppresses ovulation; take one pill/day; reduced risk for endometrial and ovarian cancer, benign breast disease, anemia, may improve acne
combination estrogen and progesterone oral contraception
reduces risk of pregnancy for one-time unprotected intercourse by suppressing ovulation
emergency contraceptives
take one pill at the same time every day; can be used during lactation
progestin only
one injection four times/year; can be used during lactation
depo-provera
place a new patch weekly for 3 weeks, then remove for 1 week
contraceptive patch
flexible hormone-filled ring inserted and left in the vagina for 3 weeks, then removed for 1 week; ring can be left for 28 days
vaginal ring
may be used w/ lactation; can be used by teens as well as women w/ medical problems/contraindications to other hormonal methods; highly effective; good for 1-10 yrs
IUC, copper material or hormone-releasing (levonorgestrel)
once in place, there is minimal discomfort; lasts for several yrs; can be used during lactation
hormone implants
high rate of effectiveness
vasectomy, tubal ligation
implants placed in the fallopian tubes which cause scar tissue that eventually blocks the tubes
sterilization implants
