QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
An oral contraceptive known as the mini pill contains - ANS progesterone only
etonogestrel implant for contraception contains - ANS progesterone only. it releases for 3
years. safe for all body weight, does not affect lactation, quick return to fertility after removal.
may cause loss of libido
patients taking oral contraceptives do not need to use back up methods of contraceptives if
taking - ANS metformin
which of the following is not a common side effect associated with the use of etonogestrel
estradiol (nuvaring), a contraceptive ring?
vaginitis
breast tenderness
increased appetite
severe headache - ANS severe headache
danger signs of contraception's can be remembered by the acronym ACHES - ANS A: severe
abdominal pain
C: chest pain or SOB
H: headache
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E: eye problems
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, S: severe leg pain
progestin only contraceptives - ANS do not alter the quality or quantity of breast milk
progestin only contraceptives may be used with women you have - ANS cardiovascular risk
factors, have an absolute or relative contradiction to estrogen or combined oral contraceptives
such as > 45, breast feeding, smoking, mild to moderate hypertension, diabetes, history of
stroke or depression
spironolactone (aldactone) sometimes used to reduce the symptoms of hirsutism to polycystic
ovarian syndrome is classified as - ANS androgen receptor blocker
a benefit associated with the use of medroxyprogesterone acetate , a progestin only
contraceptive is - ANS decreased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease and endometrial cancer.
also decreases breast tenderness, pmss, cramps, heavy bleeding
patient given depo-provera are at an increased risk of - ANS decrease in bone density
what is true of diaphragms in comparison to pharmacological methods of contraception -
ANS they may cause recurrent bladder infections
diaphragms are helpful in prevention of 1. . they are less effective then 2. must be left in place
for 3. hours after intercourse - ANS 1. stds
2. oral contraceptives
3. 6 hours
danazol is indicated in the treatment of - ANS endometriosis and fibrotic breast disease
in treatment of menopausal symptoms in a women with hx of hormonal sensitive breast
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cancer, NP should consider - ANS SSRI
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