Flash Cards for Chapter 9 Birth Control

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Front Back
Fertilization occurs in the uterine or Fallopian tubes with this ART method
GIFT
Sperm is placed here during regular artificial insemination
Vagina
The most reliable of all birth control methods
Abstinence
Called the "morning after pill" because it is used to prevent pregnancy after intercourse has occurred
RU 486
This birth control method does not have to be used every day or each time intercourse occurs
Depo-provera
Condoms, diaphragms, the cervical cap and the sponge are all classified as barrier methods of contraception that prevent pregnancy by inhibiting this
Fertilization
This method of contraception involves placing a device in the uterus to prevent implantation and is best used by middle aged women who have had a child
IUD
The presence of uterine tissue outside the uterus, particularly in the oviducts and the abdominal organs leads to this disorder
Endometriosis
The hormones of the birth control pill directly inhibit hormone production from the anterior portion of this gland
Pituitary
The primary action of the birth control pill is to prevent this from happening
Ovulation
This ART technology introduces sperm to ova outside the female body
IVF
This method of birth control was inserted into a woman's arm releasing a progesterone type drug providing protection for 5 years
Norplant
Toxic shock can occur if this method of contraceptive is left in place for more than 24 to 48 hours
Barrier form of contraception
Spermacides containing this have not been helpful in protecting against STD's including HIV
Nonoxynol 9
An IUD may increase the chance of this type of pregnancy
Ectopic