Contraceptive Method Initiation: Using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Selected Practice Guidelines
Wu, W-Ju.; Edelman, A.
Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America 42(4): 659-667
2015
ISSN/ISBN: 1558-0474 PMID: 26598307 DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2015.07.006Document Number: 640982
The US Selected Practice Recommendations is a companion document to the Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use that focuses on how providers can use contraceptive methods most effectively as well as problem-solve common issues that may arise. These guidelines serve to help clinicians provide contraception safely as well as to decrease barriers that prevent or delay a woman from obtaining a desired method. This article summarizes the Selected Practice Recommendations on timing of contraceptive initiation, examinations, and tests needed prior to starting a method and any necessary follow-up.
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