The combination pill is taken by a female:
1. | Daily, for a period of 21 days beginning within the first 5 days of the menstrual cycle |
2. | On alternate days, for a period of 21 days beginning within the first 5 days of the menstrual cycle |
3. | Daily, for a period of 21 days beginning after the end of the menstrual flow |
4. | Daily, for a period of 7 days beginning after the end of the menstrual flow |
The primary mechanism by which the combination of oral contraceptive pills prevents pregnancy is by:
1. | preventing ovulation |
2. | causing follicular atresia |
3. | preventing implantation |
4. | causing an increase in sperm mortality in the birth canal |
What is incorrect regarding the oral contraceptive ‘Saheli’ produced by CDRI, Lucknow?
1. | Once a week pill | 2. | Contains steroids |
3. | Very few side effects | 4. | High contraceptive value |
Oral contraceptive pills do not:
1. | Inhibit ovulation | 2. | Prevent implantation |
3. | Alter cervical mucus | 4. | Kill sperms |
Emergency contraceptive methods must be employed within:
1. | 72 hours of ovulation |
2. | 72 hours of the onset of menstrual flow |
3. | 72 hours of unprotected coitus |
4. | 72 hours of cessation of menstrual flow |
Identify the incorrect statement regarding surgical birth control methods:
1. | They are also called as “sterilization” procedures |
2. | In males vasectomy and in females tubectomy is advised |
3. | They are terminal methods to prevent any more pregnancies |
4. | These methods are hugely popular all over the world |
The main drawback of the surgical methods for birth control is:
1. | They are poorly reversible |
2. | They are very expensive |
3. | Postoperative rest period is very long |
4. | The surgery carries great risks of morbidity and mortality |