Reproductive Health Question 16
Question: Choose the correct statements given below, regarding contraception.
(i) Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) during first trimester is generally safe.
(ii) Generally chances of conception are nil until mother breast-feeds the infant for two years.
(iii) Intrauterine devices like copper-T are effective contraceptives.
(iv) Contraception pills may be taken up to 72 hours after coitus to prevent conception.
Options:
A) (i) and (ii)
B) (ii) and (iii)
C) (iii) and (iv)
D) (i) and (iii)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] Contraceptive pills have to be taken daily for a period of 21 days starting preferably within the first five days of menstrual cycle.
It helps in the prevention of conception.
As long as the mother breast-feeds the child fully, chances of conception are almost nil only up to a maximum period of six months following parturition.
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