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All of the following are TRUE about the minipill,EXCEPT that


A) it contains no estrogen.
B) it contains a small dose of a synthetic progesterone.
C) it has more side effects and health risks than other hormonal contraceptives.
D) it should be taken every day of the month at the same time of day.

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C

A contraceptive that permanently prevents the union of the sperm and egg is a


A) barrier method.
B) hormonal method.
C) natural method.
D) surgical method.

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Nexplanon is a single implant and is effective for three years.

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Which of the following is a reason that diaphragms have a relatively high failure rate?


A) age of users
B) incorrect insertion and positioning
C) vigorous sexual activity by users
D) discomfort of use

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B

The most common type of oral contraceptive is the


A) minipill.
B) combination pill.
C) morning-after pill.
D) emergency contraceptive pill.

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B

If a woman is using the temperature method of birth control,she will calculate that her safe period will begin


A) three days after the rise in basil body temperature.
B) three days after the drop in basil body temperature.
C) seven days after the rise in basil body temperature.
D) seven days after the drop in basil body temperature.

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One advantage of a cervical cap over a diaphragm is that it


A) does not require being fitted by a health care provider.
B) can be used by women with recurrent urinary tract infections.
C) may be left in place for up to one week.
D) provides more protection against HIV infection.

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Which of the following statements about polyurethane condoms is TRUE?


A) Males with a latex allergy will also be allergic to polyurethane condoms.
B) They are made of the same material as lambskin condoms.
C) They are less likely to slip off during sexual activity than are latex condoms.
D) They are more likely to break than are latex condoms.

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The calendar method is reliable because women almost always ovulate on the same day of their cycle each month.

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When using the contraceptive skin patch,women must spend one week each month without wearing a patch.

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Because of the expense of female condoms,doctors recommend that women rinse out and reuse the condoms.

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A contraceptive sponge is both a chemical and a barrier method of contraceptive.

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After insertion,the NuvaRing (vaginal contraceptive ring) is left in the vagina for _______________ before removal.


A) six hours
B) one day
C) one week
D) three weeks

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IUDs are not recommended for women with certain conditions.Which of the following is NOT among those conditions?


A) hormonally responsive cancers
B) past pregnancies
C) tumors of the uterus
D) unexplained vaginal bleeding

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Which of the following is a characteristic of cervical secretions observed during the estrogenic phase?


A) clear,thick mucus
B) cloudy,sticky mucus
C) clear,slippery mucus
D) cloudy,slippery mucus

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The "typical use" contraceptive failure rate is based on studies that measure the percentage of women experiencing unintended pregnancy in the first


A) six months of use.
B) one year of use.
C) two years of use.
D) five years of use.

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Which of the following statements about tubal sterilization is TRUE?


A) The procedure normally requires 2-3 days' hospitalization.
B) It is a less risky procedure than vasectomy is.
C) Reversibility rates are high.
D) Serious complications from the procedure are rare.

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Though the effectiveness decreases as more time elapses,emergency contraception can be taken up to _______________ hours after unprotected intercourse.


A) 12
B) 48
C) 72
D) 120

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When a woman is using an oral contraceptive,she can use the word ACHES to remind her of preliminary danger signals.What does the "A" stand for?


A) alert
B) abscess
C) abdominal pain
D) allergic reaction

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Because female condoms can be inserted before sexual activity begins,they are less disruptive to sexual activity than are male condoms.

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