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Contraceptive Methods

The document discusses various contraceptive methods, including their primary functions, mechanisms of action, effectiveness, advantages, and proper use. It addresses both hormonal methods like oral contraceptive pills and long-acting reversible options like IUDs, as well as barrier methods like condoms. Natural family planning techniques involving fertility awareness are also covered.

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Contraceptive Methods

The document discusses various contraceptive methods, including their primary functions, mechanisms of action, effectiveness, advantages, and proper use. It addresses both hormonal methods like oral contraceptive pills and long-acting reversible options like IUDs, as well as barrier methods like condoms. Natural family planning techniques involving fertility awareness are also covered.

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Kimmi Roberts
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1. What is the primary function of contraceptive methods?

a. Enhance fertility
b. Prevent pregnancy
c. Treat infertility
d. Boost reproductive health

2. Which contraceptive method involves the use of a barrier to prevent sperm from reaching the
egg?
a. Hormonal methods
b. Barrier methods
c. Natural methods
d. Emergency contraception

3. Which hormone-based contraceptive method is commonly known as "the pill"?


a. Condom
b. Intrauterine device (IUD)
c. Oral contraceptive pill
d. Depo-Provera shot

4. What is the purpose of emergency contraception?


a. Preventing sexually transmitted infections
b. Terminating an existing pregnancy
c. Preventing pregnancy after unprotected sex
d. Enhancing fertility

5. Which contraceptive method requires a healthcare professional to insert a small device into
the uterus?
a. Diaphragm
b. Birth control patch
c. Intrauterine device (IUD)
d. Cervical cap

6. What is the primary mechanism of action of hormonal contraceptives?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

7. Which of the following is a natural contraceptive method based on tracking menstrual cycles?
a. Condom
b. Fertility awareness-based methods
c. Hormonal implant
d. Tubal ligation
8. What is the purpose of male condoms in contraceptive methods?
a. Preventing ovulation
b. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
c. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
d. Increasing fertility

9. Which hormonal contraceptive method is administered through an injection and lasts for
several months?
a. Birth control patch
b. Depo-Provera shot
c. Oral contraceptive pill
d. Vaginal ring

10. What is the purpose of a cervical cap in contraceptive methods?


a. Preventing ovulation
b. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

11. Which contraceptive method involves the surgical sealing or blocking of the fallopian tubes?
a. Vasectomy
b. Tubal ligation
c. Condom
d. Fertility awareness-based methods

12. What is the primary advantage of hormonal contraceptive methods?


a. High effectiveness
b. Permanent solution
c. Immediate fertility boost
d. Protection against STIs

13. Which contraceptive method requires consistent daily use for optimal effectiveness?
a. Intrauterine device (IUD)
b. Emergency contraception
c. Oral contraceptive pill
d. Diaphragm

14. How do emergency contraceptive pills work to prevent pregnancy?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Terminating an existing pregnancy
d. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
15. Which contraceptive method provides protection against both pregnancy and sexually
transmitted infections (STIs)?
a. Hormonal implant
b. Condom
c. Birth control patch
d. Tubal ligation

16. What is the primary disadvantage of fertility awareness-based methods?


a. Low effectiveness
b. Invasive procedure
c. Requirement for daily use
d. Limited protection against STIs

17. Which contraceptive method is a long-acting reversible option that is implanted under the
skin?
a. Hormonal implant
b. Cervical cap
c. Vaginal ring
d. Diaphragm

18. How does the contraceptive patch work to prevent pregnancy?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

19. What is the primary function of a diaphragm in contraceptive methods?


a. Preventing ovulation
b. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

20. Which contraceptive method requires a minor surgical procedure to block the vas deferens?
a. Vasectomy
b. Tubal ligation
c. Condom
d. Intrauterine device (IUD)

21. What is the primary mechanism of action of the vaginal ring as a contraceptive method?
a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility
22. Which contraceptive method is reversible and allows for a return to fertility after
discontinuation?
a. Sterilization
b. Hormonal implant
c. Fertility awareness-based methods
d. Intrauterine device (IUD)

23. How does tubal ligation prevent pregnancy?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Sealing or blocking the fallopian tubes

24. Which contraceptive method requires adherence to a strict schedule of injections every
three months?
a. Birth control patch
b. Depo-Provera shot
c. Oral contraceptive pill
d. Cervical cap

25. What is the primary purpose of a hormonal implant in contraceptive methods?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

26. Which contraceptive method is suitable for couples who have completed their desired family
size?
a. Condom
b. Fertility awareness-based methods
c. Sterilization
d. Hormonal implant

27. How does the contraceptive sponge work to prevent pregnancy?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

28. Which contraceptive method requires consistent and correct use during each sexual
encounter?
a. Hormonal implant
b. Emergency contraception
c. Male condom
d. Sterilization

29. What is the primary purpose of a male condom in contraceptive methods?


a. Blocking sperm from reaching the egg
b. Preventing ovulation
c. Creating a physical barrier in the uterus
d. Increasing fertility

30. Which contraceptive method involves the removal of a small piece of the vas deferens to
block sperm flow?
a. Vasectomy
b. Tubal ligation
c. Intrauterine device (IUD)
d. Condom

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