KIN 123 1st Edition Lecture 5Contraception- Definition:o -Conception- the fusion of an ovum and sperm that creates a fertilized egg, or zygoteo -Contraception-(contra=against) blocking conception through the use of a device or method -Modern contraception methods are much more predictable and effective than inthe past many contraceptive products play a role in the prevention against sexuallytransmitted diseasesIn class Brain storm: (methods of contraception)- condoms- Birth control pill- diaphragm ring- Spermicide- IUD- Norplant- Patch- Shot every three months( depo provera)- abstinence- dental dams- Morning after pill- Tubes tied- Vasectomy- Cervical capAdvantage-They help protect against pregnancyDisadvantage- Most contraceptives are expensive to get and maintainMethods of Contraception:- Barrier method(anything that physical blocks)o -(male)Condomo -The sponge w/spermicide-block and kill spermo -Diaphragm-block entrance intoo -Cervical capo -(Female) condom- Hormonal methods(prevent pregnancy by hormonal methods)o -Birth control pill/Oral contraceptiveso -Nuva ring/ the ring(works like pill except stays in for 3 weeks then is taken out the last week of the month)o -Morning after pill/Plan Bo -The depo provera shoto -The patchThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.- Surgical methodso -Tubes tiedo -Vasectomy- Natural methodso -Withdrawal/ pull outo -Abstinenceo –Following menstrual cycleFactors affecting choice- Advantages and disadvantageso Effectiveness Contraceptive failure rate Continuation rateo Convenienceo Costo Reversibilityo Side effects and riskso Protection against STDsEmergency Contraception- Postcoital pill, morning after pill, Plan B, Plan B One-Step, Next Choiceo Newer products now more common and effective, with fewer side effects, than older methodso Prevents fertilization, does not affect an already fertilized eggo Best used within 24 hourso Plan B, Plan B One-Step, and Next Choice available as OTCs for those 17 and olderBefore Next Class: Begin reading Chapter
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