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What utilizes 2 hormones, what is the name of them and what are the undesired side-effects?
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vaginal ring, pill, lunelle, and the "patch" progestin and estrogen; dizziness, nausea, changes in menstruation, mood and weight, CV disease (rare), high BP, clots, heart attack, strokes
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How does the "copper T" Cause its contraceptive effect, where is it placed in the female body, and what are its side effects?
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placed in uterus, causes cervical mucus to thicken, cramps, bleeding, infertility, perforation of the uterus
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What is the effectiveness of the male condom? What substance incorporated in male condoms can cause an undesired side-effect?
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89%, latex/allergy
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What is a barrier method?
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Blocking off access of sperm to egg
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What are some examples of IUD's?
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intrauterine device copper T
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What are some major reasons for birthing in the squatting position?
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less extensive perineal reuptures, fewer incidences of prolapse, and better anatomical alignment of the bladder, urethra, uterus, and rectum and anus
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What is effected in while lying down and giving birth?
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cervical dilation is slowed, rotation and delivery are also felt to be hampered,
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What is the average time it takes to push a baby out normally? In the upright position?
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2 hours, 1/2 hour
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What is produced by the placenta that inhibits pregnancy?
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progesterone
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What does the pill contain?
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a substance that mimics progesterone that inhibits pregnancy
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What happens a few days before birth of the baby that assists the mother in delivery?
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energy surge: adrenals kick in and release adrenaline
Endorphins are released 10X above normal attachment and bond |
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What is the method of contraception where a small tube is inserted under the arm and sutured shut? How often does this occur?
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Norplant, occurs every 6 months
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What are 2 barrier methods she gave in the lecture?
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1. Diaphragm (97-98%) effective
2. Cervical Cap 94-98% effective |
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When do women get fit for an IUD?
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2nd day of period
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What are used in conjunction with the diaphragm or cervical cap? What is the percentage that they work? what problems can they cause?
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spermacides Nonoxynal 85% at best. Part of vaginal wall eaten away, tissue damage, harmful chemicals throw off hormones.
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What are 3 examples of hormonal methods gien in the lecture? Which one is the safest?
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1. The pill
2. Norplant 3. Depo pro vera The pill |
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What male contraception relies upon surgery and why does this method not lead to a loss of male's masulinity?
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vasectomy, because testosterone continues to be produced
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What percent of copules in the US are infertile?
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40% amle 40%female 15% both
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What is the most common cause of infertility in females and why is fertility in sedentary males lower?
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ovulatory disorder, or endometriosis, the testes temp remains too high for adequate sperm production
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What 3 significant event happen in first stage labor before the baby begins to move down the vaginal canal?
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energy level fluctuates, uterus relaes, pulmonary values increase.
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what is the effectiveness of the male condoma dn what substance incorproated in some male condoms can cause and undesired side-effect in females?
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89%, latex allergy
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In what direction is a baby normally looking when its head initially exits the vagina and what important event typically occurs about 15 minutes after the baby is born?
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Back of head is uppermost, delivery of the placent/afterbirth
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