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This is incorrect. The COCP is contraindicated in patients who have a history of thromboembolism due to increasing the risk of blood clots.
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b
The combined oral contraception pill
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This is incorrect. The hormonal coil (IUS) is contraindicated in patients who have a history of thromboembolism due to increasing the risk of blood clots.
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e
IUS (hormonal coil)
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This is incorrect. The progesterone-only pill is contraindicated in patients who have a history of thromboembolism due to increasing the risk of blood clots.
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d
Progesterone only pill
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This is incorrect. The contraceptive injection is contraindicated in patients who have a history of thromboembolism due to increasing the risk of blood clots.
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c
Depo-Provera (contraceptive injection)
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This is correct. The copper coil is safe to use in patients with a history of thromboembolism.
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a
Copper coil (IUCD)
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This answer and explanation is not based in NICE guidelines or research papers, and appears to only be supported by a case study report. 
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A 39-year-old woman presents to the GP asking for contraception. On further questioning, she is found to have a past medical history of thromboembolism (DVT).

What contraception option would be best suited for her to take?
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