Articles: contraception.
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Review
Knowledge and attitude of deaf women in relation to contraceptive methods: A systematic review.
Communication barriers make it difficult for deaf women to access information about contraceptive methods, making them vulnerable to unplanned pregnancies. ⋯ Knowledge of contraceptives among deaf women was low; however, the attitude of acceptance of the use of contraceptive methods was favorable, despite the little access to more effective methods, especially among adolescents. The factor associated with low knowledge evidenced in the systematic review was communication barriers.
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Contraceptive care is an opportunity for providers to help clients achieve their reproductive health goals. Client-centeredness is a core element of quality care; however, evidence suggests that the provision of client-centered contraceptive counseling needs improvement. This systematic review summarizes recent evidence on client preferences related to contraceptive care, including how client-centered approaches inform outcomes. ⋯ The variation in client preferences highlight the importance of offering tailored, comprehensive information that supports decision-making, prioritizes client autonomy, and recognizes positive interpersonal relationships with providers.
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Contraceptive care is critical piece of quality sexual reproductive healthcare. Providers directly impact client experiences and clinical outcomes; it is important to understand how providers offer contraceptive care and the factors influencing this care. This systematic review summarizes recent research on providers, their perspectives, experiences, barriers, and facilitators to offering contraceptive counseling, education, and care. ⋯ Despite intentions to provide client-centered care and prioritize client autonomy, providers face numerous barriers that impact their ability to offer quality care in alignment with client needs and desires.
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Review
Healthy Sex: Contraception, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Media, Consent, and Confidentiality.
Adolescence is a natural time for sexual exploration; developmentally-appropriate sexual education is essential to promote healthy behaviors and prevent long-term morbidity. Adolescents may confide in their primary care clinicians, who are responsible for providing information and access to evidence-based care including family planning, contraception, and abortion. Clinicians are essential in sexually transmitted infection prevention, screening, treatment, risk mitigation, and harm reduction for sexually active adolescents. Clinics should pay special attention to electronic medical record settings and insurance procedures to prevent unexpected lapses in confidentiality.
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Journal of women's health · Nov 2024
ReviewCounseling Women About Sexual Health Effects of Contraceptives.
Background: Choosing a contraceptive method is a pivotal decision for patients, whereas health care professionals (HCPs) face challenges in providing suitable recommendations. Adverse sexual effects often lead to dissatisfaction and discontinuation of contraceptives, underscoring the importance of thorough counseling and shared decision making between HCPs and patients. Objective: This article aims to investigate the relationship between contraceptive methods and female sexual function through a comprehensive review of available literature, emphasizing the importance of considering sexual health in contraceptive prescription and management. ⋯ Conclusion: Comprehensive understanding of the effects of contraceptives on female sexual function is crucial for both HCPs and patients. By integrating sexual health considerations into contraceptive surveillance, compliance can be improved, contraceptive efficacy optimized, and the risk of unwanted pregnancies minimized. This review underscores the significance of tailored counseling and shared decision making in contraceptive management, particularly for cisgender women.