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Discussion Prompt
Choose one of the following patients and present THREE birth control options that you would recommend for them. Be sure to discuss the pros/cons/indications/contraindications for each method and support your recommendations with evidence.
17-year-old newly sexually active female, allergic to copper, BMI of 35.
28-year-old mother that is nursing her 12 week old infant.
40-year-old woman with a history of migraines, smokes ½ pack cigarettes per day.
- 25-year-old newlywed that wants to start trying to conceive in 2 years.
- 36-year-old mother of 3 that states she does not want to have any more children.
Explanation & Answer
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Contraception Options
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March 19, 2024
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Contraception Options
For the 17-year-old female with a copper allergy who recently became sexually active
and has a BMI of 35, choosing the correct contraception requires very precise decisionmaking based on her needs and preferences. In light of her circumstances, there are three
possible birth control options that she could consider. First of all, among the available
options, LNG-IUS stands out as the most effective. This 5-year long-acting reversible
contraception is advantageous for reducing the flow o...
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