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biggest way that OC prevents pregnancy
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prevent ovulation
also: alter cervical mucous, change endometrium to make implantation unlikely |
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What are some of the non-contraceptive benefits of the pill? 5
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Lower overall incidence of endometrial and ovarian cancer
Lower rate of pelvic infection Prevent ectopic pregnancy & complications of intrauterine pregnancy Menstrual cycle control Predictable, shorter, lighter, less painful Acne treatment (some preparations) |
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in the first 3 months of starting the pill, what is a common complaint?
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breakthrough bleeding
make sure to rule out pregnancy and continue the pill |
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at what age is smoking and OC really contraindicated?
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35
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considering Pill use vs pregnancy, which is a higher risk for thrombosis?
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pregnancy
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when are you at highest risk for thrombosis (female)
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pregnancy and 3-6 weeks postpartum
give super low dose birth control? |
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how can you tell if a pt is in menopause?
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FSH and LH will be really high
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again..what are the absolute contraindications of the pill (5)
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Thrombophlebitis, thromboembolic event
Cerebral vascular disease/stroke Coronary occlusion Impaired liver function Known or suspected breast cancer |
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at what weight do transdermal patches become less effective?
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198
(that'll be 60 dollars) |
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reason to discontinue vaginal rings?
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vaginal symptoms
can be dislodged (during intercourse, just rinse it off and put it back in) |
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what is depo-provera?
biggest problem with this? |
IM contraceptive every 3 months
UNPREDICTABLE BLEEDING (will go away by 2nd or 3rd shot) other issues: Decrease in lumbar bone mineral density Weight gain (5-8 lbs year 1-2) Delayed resumption of menses after discontinuation |
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this is a subQ tx that gives 3 years of contraception...major side effect?
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Implanon
irregular bleeding |
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how does a diaphragm work for contraception?
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Springy ring with rubber dome
Proper use includes spermicidal jelly/cream into center and rim, inserted to cover cervix & anterior vaginal wall Three types, must be properly sized and fitted 50-105 mm; most common 60-85 mm Refit after weight change, vaginal delivery, surgery Inserted before intercourse (up to 1 hr.) and left in place for 6-8 hrs after Pregnancy rate up to 18% |
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What is natural family planning?
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Attempts to prevent pregnancy by avoiding intercourse at time of ovulation +/or adding other methods only at this time (barriers or spermicides)
Estimation of “fertile period” : Calendar method (day 10-17 for 28 day cycle) Basal body temperature (temp rise 0.5-1 F. ovulatory) Increase in stretchy clear cervical mucous Pregnancy rate up to 20+ % Safe, inexpensive; major s.e. is pregnancy |
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Who is the best candidate for oral contraception pills?
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Healthy, NONSMOKING woman
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