PREP Audio - Adolescent Contraception
November 2009, Volume 4, No. 11

Adolescent Contraception

Adolescent Contraception

Learning Objectives

  • Outline the laboratory tests and examinations that should be performed before initiating a contraceptive regimen.
  • Understand the need for obtaining sexual risk behavior history.
  • Detail appropriate tests to order before prescribing Depo-Provera and when the tests should be repeated.
  • Discuss the benefits of anticipatory guidance about emergency contraception.
  • Formulate methods for making patients comfortable when talking about sexual activity.
  • Recommend appropriate laboratory evaluations and counseling after the use of emergency contraception.
Adolescent Contraception

S. Jean Emans, MD

Dr. Emans disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.

Adolescent Contraception

Barbara Cromer, MD, FAAP

Current Source of Funding for Research Grant: Merck Laboratories. Current Source of Funding from Speakers Bureau: Barr Laboratories. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.

Adolescent Contraception

Rebecca Flynn O’Brien, MD, FAAP

Dr. Flynn O’Brien, disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.