QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
The combined hormonal contraceptive pill does provide effective ongoing contraception, but
does not function as emergency contraception so this is not a suitable option.
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c
Combined oral contraceptive pill
QuestionChoice
Levonorgestrel can be used as an emergency contraceptive for up to 72 hours following UPSI, so is not a suitable option for contraception in this case, as the patient’s UPSI occurred more than 72 hours prior. Moreover, it provides no ongoing contraception so is not the most suitable option.
10008044
e
Levonorgestrel
QuestionChoice
Ulipristal acetate is suitable for use as an emergency contraceptive for up to 120 hours following UPSI so this is certainly an option for emergency contraception. However it provides no ongoing contraception so is not the most suitable option.
10008043
d
Ulipristal acetate
QuestionChoice
The copper IUD can be inserted for the purpose of providing emergency contraception for up to 5 days after unprotected sexual intercourse (UPS). This can be left in situ to provide effective ongoing contraception.
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a
Intrauterine device
QuestionChoice
Whilst the Mirena provides highly effective long acting contraception, it does not provide emergency contraception, so would not be suitable in this case where the patient has had UPSI recently.
10008041
b
Mirena Intrauterine system
Concept
Chapter
2693
3839
Emergency contraception
Topic
162
General practice
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A 20-year-old female attends the GP surgery following an episode of unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI). Upon questioning, she mentions the event occurred ‘about 4 days ago’ but she was too embarrassed to seek help earlier. She tells you that she would like a long-term contraceptive option.

Which of the following methods of emergency contraception is most suitable for her?
a