5.3.6 Contraception

• What is the primary goal of contraception?

  Prevent pregnancy
• Contraceptive methods include barrier, hormonal, IUDs, and surgical options

  True
• Hormonal patches release hormones through the skin
• How long does a progestin injection last?

  Three months
• IUDs require insertion by a healthcare provider

  True
• Steps in how hormonal contraception prevents pregnancy

  1️⃣ Preventing ovulation

  2️⃣ Thickening cervical mucus

  3️⃣ Altering uterine lining
• Why does thickened cervical mucus prevent pregnancy?

  Sperm cannot reach the egg
• Which hormones are suppressed by hormonal contraception to prevent ovulation?

  FSH and LH
• Changes to the uterine lining by hormonal contraception prevent implantation of a fertilized egg.


  True
• Contraception refers to methods used to prevent pregnancy
• What hormones are involved in oral contraceptive pills?

  Estrogen and progestin
• Vaginal rings release lower hormone doses compared to pills

  True
• Implants can last up to 3 years
• What do barrier methods of contraception prevent?

  Sperm from reaching the egg
• Hormonal contraception suppresses FSH and LH release


  True
• Changes to the uterine lining prevent implantation
• Hormonal contraception increases the viscosity of cervical mucus
• What are the two hormones involved in oral contraceptive pills?

  Estrogen and progestin
• Hormonal patches release hormones through the skin
• How long does a progestin-only injection last?

  Three months
• Match the hormonal contraception method with its duration:

  Oral Contraceptive Pills ↔️ Daily

  Hormonal Patches ↔️ Weekly

  Vaginal Rings ↔️ Three weeks

  Injections ↔️ Three months
• What is the primary benefit of hormonal contraception?

  High effectiveness
• Hormonal contraception can reduce menstrual cramps and pain.
• What is the effectiveness rate of hormonal contraception when used correctly?

  Over 99%
• Progestin-only injections require clinic visits every three months.
• Thickening cervical mucus by hormonal contraception makes it easier for sperm to reach the egg.

  False
• How effective is hormonal contraception at preventing pregnancy when used correctly?

  Over 99%
• Long-lasting hormonal methods include implants and IUDs.
• Vaginal rings release lower hormone doses compared to pills.


  True
• Implants can last up to three years.
• All hormonal contraception methods regulate the menstrual cycle.


  True
• Contraception aims to prevent fertilization or implantation of a fertilized egg.


  True
• Which synthetic hormones prevent ovulation by suppressing FSH and LH?

  Estrogen and progestin
• Changes to the uterine lining prevent egg implantation.
• Hormonal contraception can help regulate menstrual cycles.


  True
• Decreased libido is a less common side effect of hormonal contraception.
• Nausea is a common side effect of hormonal contraception.


  True
• What should someone do if they experience severe side effects from hormonal contraception?

  Consult a healthcare provider
• Non-hormonal contraception methods prevent pregnancy without synthetic hormones.


  True
• How long does the Copper IUD last in preventing pregnancy?

  Up to 10 years