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11/06/2011

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Term
Diaphragm: minimum hours between sex and removal
Definition
6
Term
Diaphragm: Maximum hours between insertion and removal
Definition
24
Term
When should a diaphragm be refitted?
Definition
After 10 lbs of weight gain and after pregnancy
Term
Cervical cap: minimum hours between sex and removal
Definition
6
Term
Cervical cap: maximum hours between insertion and removal
Definition
48
Term
Sizes of cervical cap
Definition
small --> nulliparous women
medium --> women who have miscarried
had a C/S
large --> women who have delivered
vaginally
Term
SE of barrier methods
Definition
vaginal irritation
allergic reaction
Term
MOA for barrier methods
Definition
blocks sperm from entering cervix and kills sperm if spermicide is used
Term
Best population for barrier methods
Definition
best for patients w/low risk for unintended pregnancies
Term
Ortho Evra (Patch) hormones involved
Definition
Ethinyl estradiol (estrogen) and norelgestromin (progestin)
Term
MOA Ortho Evra
Definition
prevents ovulation by suppressing LH and FSH
Also, thickens cervical mucous and changes endometrium to prevent implantation
Term
Places Patch can be placed
Definition
butt, upper torso, upper arm, lower abdomen
Term
Therapeutic levels are maintained for how many days after application of second patch
Definition
9
Term
Common SE w/the Patch
Definition
HA
Skin reactions
Term
What population is at an increased risk for pregnancy w/use of the patch for contraception?
Definition
patients weighing more than 198 lbs
Term
Hormones in the NuvaRing
Definition
15 mcg ethinyl estradiol (estrogen)
120 mcg ectonogesterel (progestin)

Hormones reach target concentrations in 24 hours
Term
MOA of NuvaRing
Definition
Suppresses ovulation
Thickens cervical mucous
Thins endometrial lining
Term
What to do if the NuvaRing is out of vagina for > 3 hours in any 24 hour period of time?
Definition
re-insert the ring and use back up method for 7 days
Term
How long does hormone levels remain therapeutic after insertion of NuvaRing?
Definition
35 days!
Term
Good population for NuvaRing
Definition
Teenagers
Term
Measurement w/sound necessary for good candidate for IUD
Definition
6-9 cm is necessary
Term
Hormone in Mirena IUD
Definition
levonorgestrel 20 mcg/day
Term
MOA of mirena
Definition
prevents fertilization
thickens cervical mucous plug
suppresses endometrium
causes local foreign body reaction
potentially suppresses ovulation
Term
ParaGard hormones
Definition
None; Copper
Term
MOA ParaGard
Definition
Prevents fertilization
Causes increase in copper ions -->
stimulates inflammatory reaction -->
toxic to sperm/ovum and prevents implantation
Term
If you have a 40 year old w/irregular bleeding
Definition
do an endometrial biopsy to r/o CA
Term
When should patient come in for placement of an IUD
Definition
at the start of the menstrual cycle
Term
Follow up how many days after insertion of IUD
Definition
30 days
Term
Good population for IUD
Definition
smokers, college students/teenagers
Term
Patient w/heavy bleeding would not want a
Definition
ParaGard so recommend Mirena
Term
Tubal MOA
Definition
cutting or mechanically blocking fallopian tubes

IVF or potential surgical reversal is a possibilty
Term
Essure MOA
Definition
blocks fallopian tubes at horn of uterus by causing scar tissue formation w/ microcoils that are inserted bilaterally

ineffective until 3 months after procedure to allow for scar tissue formation
Term
Adiana MOA
Definition
uses radiofrequency energy followed by insertion of a silicone matrix

ineffective until 3 months after insertion to allow scar tissue formation
Term
What confirms placement of sterilization procedure
Definition
hsg
Term
MOA male sterilization
Definition
surgical blockage of the vas deferens to prevent sperm ejaculation
Term
When is vasectomy effective?
Definition
12 weeks after procedure
Term
Implanon most common SE
Definition
irregular bleeding
Term
Depo
Definition
progestin only
Term
Depo administration schedule
Definition
q 11-13 weeks
Term
Depo MOA
Definition
inhibits ovulation by suppressing LSH and FH
thickens and decreases cervical mucous
alters endometrium
Term
most common reason for d/c depo
Definition
irregular bleeding
Term
black box warning
Definition
lower bone density but found to be reversible w/in 12 months
Term
how long until fertility returns after going off depo?
Definition
up to 2 years
Term
Best population for depo
Definition
conservative jewish women
teenagers and young adults
Term
what if patient comes in outside of 13 week window for next shot of depo?
Definition
get urine pregnancy test and if negative give the shot
Term
Natural Family Planning =
Definition
Abstinence during fertile period
Term
Natural Family Planning =
Definition
Abstinence during fertile period
Term
Fertility Based Awareness utilizes what during fertile window
Definition
barrier methods
Term
NFP/FAB are for
Definition
contraception and conceiving
Term
Fertile window is how many days
Definition
6 (5 days before ovulation + day of ovulation)
Term
Most cycles are between how many days
Definition
26-32 days w/fertile window being days 8-19
Term
Signs of ovulation
Definition
+/- secretions, change in secretion consistency, change in BBT
Term
Highly fertile secretions =
Definition
abundant, clear, stretchy, wet, slippery
Term
If trying to conceive w/NFP or FAB have intercourse...
Definition
every other day during fertile window
Term
Standard Days Method # fertile days
Definition
12
Term
Effectiveness of NFP/FAB
Definition
75%
Term
Standard Days Method: instructions
Definition
Use protection on days 8-19 of cycle (w/day one being start of menses)
Term
Calendar Method Instructions
Definition
-Record menstrual cycle for 6-12 months
-Take shortest cycle and subtract 18 days
-Take longest cycle and subtract 11 days
Term
Basal Body Temperature: Cons
Definition
Affected by fever, restless sleep, schedule changes
Term
BBT Instructions
Definition
-Daily AM temperature (w/at least 3 hours of sleep)
-Increase in temp = ovulation
-No intercourse from end of menstruation until 3 days after temperature increase
Term
Two day method total fertile days
Definition
10-14 days
Term
Two day method instructions
Definition
-Presence or absence of any cervical secretions TODAY or YESTERDAY = fertile
-Check in morning and afternoon
-Can be used w/irregular cycles
Term
Billings Ovulation Method Total Fertile Days
Definition
14-17
Term
Billings Ovulation Method Instructions
Definition
-Do not douche
-Start mucus checks day after menses ceases, before and after urination
-No intercourse from first sign of mucus until 4 days after "peak day"
-can be used for irregular cycles
Term
Symptothermal # Fertile Days
Definition
12-17
Term
Symptothermal Instructions
Definition
-cervical secretions = beginning of fertile period
-BBT = end of fertile window
-Daily AM temp (at least 3 hours sleep)
-Daily assessment of cervical mucus
-Daily assessment of cramps, spotting, changes in position of cervix
-No intercourse from first sign of fertility until 3 days after temp increase OR 4 days after peak mucus day
-can be used w/irregular cycles
Term
Lactational Amenorrhea Effectiveness
Definition
98%
Term
LAM MOA
Definition
increased prolactin levels inhibit ovulation
Term
CI LAM
Definition
HIV + women
Women taking meds that are bad for baby
Term
LAM Instructions
Definition
Exclusive BF (no hand or pump)
Intervals cannot exceed 4 hours during the day and 6 hours at night
Term
Effectiveness of Male Condom
Definition
85-98%
Term
MOA Barrier Methods
Definition
Blocks passage of sperm
Term
Effectiveness of Female Condom
Definition
75-95%
Term
Female Condom Instructions
Definition
Do not use w/male condoms
Term
Effectiveness Cervical Cap/Diaphragm
Definition
84-94%
Term
CI to cap or diaphragm
Definition
<6 wks PP
Cervical CA
Hx of recurrent UTI or TSS
Menstruation
Abnormal uterine anatomy
Uterine polyps
Term
Instruction for cap/diaphragm
Definition
Fitted by practitioner
Insert w/spermicide
Stays in place 6 hr post intercourse
>10lb weight gain = re-fit
Term
Best population for cap/diaphragm
Definition
any but PP and obese
Term
Effectiveness of the sponge
Definition
80% parous
91% nulliparous
Term
CI to sponge
Definition
<6 wks PP
Hx of recurrent UTI
HIV +
Menstruation
Term
Instructions for sponge use
Definition
Leave in 6 hours post intercourse
Do not leave in >24 hours
Term
Best population sponge
Definition
any except PP
Term
Effectiveness of Spermicides
Definition
71-82%
Term
MOA Spermicides
Definition
kills sperm
Term
CI Spermicides
Definition
HIV
Cervical CA
Hx of recurrent UTI
Term
Instructions for spermicide
Definition
-Place in no less than 15 minutes and no more than 1 hour before intercourse
-leave in place 6 hrs post intercourse
Term
IUD is a good choice for
Definition
HIV +
Diabetics
Term
IUD Insertion rules
Definition
Ensure she's not pregnant
Assess for fainting
NSAIDs, misoprostol 400 mcg, anesthetic
Term
IUD Expulsion Risk Factors
Definition
Nulliparity
Abnormal amt of menstrual flow
Severe Dysmenorrhea
Term
IUD and + pregnancy test
Definition
remove immediately
Term
True of False: IUD increases risk of PID
Definition
False
Term
ParaGard MOA
Definition
Copper ions, enzymes, prostaglandins, and WBCs released into uterine and tubal fluids inhibits sperm fxn and motility
Term
Pros ParaGard
Definition
Decrease Ectopic risk
Decrease Uterine/Cervical CA risk
Reversible
Term
Cons ParaGard
Definition
Heavier menses
Expulsion
Perforation
Term
SE w/IUD
Definition
Increased menstrual flow
Intermenstrual flow
Cramping
Backache
Increase vaginal d/c
Term
CI w/IUD
Definition
< menarche
Pregnancy
Uterine/Cervical CA
Uterine abnormality
PID or high risk for PID
Term
F/U w/ IUD
Definition
~4 wks after placement
Term
Cramping w/IUD insertion treat w/
Definition
NSAIDS
Term
Best Populations for ParaGard
Definition
>4 wks PP
BF
Smoker >35
Term
Mirena hormone
Definition
lovenorgestrel 20 mcg/day
Term
Best Population for Mirena
Definition
>6 wks PP
BF
Smoker >35
Term
What is more common after surgical reversal of sterilization procedure?
Definition
Ectopic
Term
MOA Female Sterilization
Definition
cutting or mechanically blocking fallopian tubes to prevent sperm and egg uniting
Term
Female Sterilization Instructions
Definition
Backup contraception for 3 months
No lifting, intercourse x 1 week
Analgesic q 4-6 h prn
F/U 1 week
Term
MOA Vasectomy
Definition
Blocking each vas deferens to inhibit sperm passage
Term
Vasectomy Instructions
Definition
~48 hour recovery period
Use backup for 12 weeks
Term
DMPA dosage
Definition
150 mg/1mL IM SQ q 12-13 weeks
104 mg/0.65 mL SQ q 12-13 weeks
Term
DMPA MOA
Definition
-Inhibits ovulation by suppressing FSH and LH production
-Inhibition of GnRH pulsatility
-Alters endometrium
Term
Cons of DMPA
Definition
Risk of bone loss
Weight gain
6-12 months for return to ovulation
Term
DMPA Instructions
Definition
-Minimize for 2 years
-Injection q 12-13 weeks
Term
DMPA good populations
Definition
women who can't use estrogen
Teenagers
Term
Implanon Dosage
Definition
60-70 mcg/day weeks 1-6
35-40 mcg/day by end of first year
25-30 mcg/day by end of third year
Term
MOA Implanon
Definition
Suppresses ovulation
Increases viscosity of mucus
Alters endometrium
Term
SE Implanon
Definition
HA
Weight gain
Emotional lability
Loss of libido
Dryness
Abd pain
Term
CI Implanon
Definition
Breast CA
BF <6 wks PP
Active viral hepatitis, cirrhosis
Unexplained vag bleeding
Current DVT
Term
Best Population for Implanon
Definition
Women who can't use estrogen
Term
Heavier women may have higher failure rates so...
Definition
decrease or eliminate placebo time instead of increasing dose
Term
COC Instructions
Definition
BP at initiation & 3 months
ACHES
D/C 1 month prior to major surgery
D/C 1 month prior to stopping Anticoag
Term
Ortho-Evra Patch Dosage
Definition
Total: 6 mg norelgestromin/0.75 mg EE
Daily: 150 ug/20 ug
Term
Effectiveness of Ortho-Evra
Definition
92%
Term
MOA Ortho-Evra
Definition
-Suppresses gonadotroponin which suppresses ovualtion
-thickens cervical mucus
-alters endometrium
Term
NuvaRing Dosage
Definition
120 ug/ etonogestrel / 15 ug EE
Term
Effectiveness of NuvaRing
Definition
92%
Term
MOA NuvaRing
Definition
Suppresses Ovulation
Thickens cervical mucus
Thins endometrial lining
Term
Pros of NuvaRing
Definition
Forgiving (~35 days)
Term
Progestin only pill hormone
Definition
Norethindrone
Term
Effectiveness of Mini pill
Definition
92%
Take w/in 3 hours of time every day
Term
MOA Minipill
Definition
Inhibits ovulation
Thickens cervical mucus
Decreases fallopian cilia activity
Alters endometrium
Term
If bleeding on any method use
Definition
Estrogen or NSAIDS
Term
Coitus Interruptus Effectiveness
Definition
77%
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