Helping patients select long-acting reversible contraceptives
Sierra, T.
JAAPA: official journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants 2019
2019
ISSN/ISBN: 1547-1896 PMID: 30844939 DOI: 10.1097/01.jaa.0000554220.48629.a4Document Number: 691176
To reduce the rate of unintended pregnancies, patients should select a contraceptive option that fits their needs and lifestyle. Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are a relatively safe and effective option. This article outlines the characteristics of available LARCs and identifies the appropriate method for specific patient populations.
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