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Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this chapter, you should be able to:
| Explain why managing one's fertility is important in today's world. |
| Briefly summarize some significant historical developments relevant to fertility control. |
| List and define some important terms relevant to understanding modern contraceptive methods. |
| List and describe the factors that enter into choosing a particular contraceptive method. |
| Define abstinence and explain the various menstrual charting techniques. |
| Briefly indicate the advantages and disadvantages of these "low-tech" techniques. |
| Explain why withdrawal is not considered an effective contraceptive technique. |
| List and describe the various barrier methods of contraception. Briefly list the advantages and disadvantages of this approach to contraception. |
| Describe the modern IUD, how it prevents pregnancy, and the advantages and disadvantages of this contraceptive method. |
| Describe the various types of oral contraceptives, how they work to prevent pregnancy, and the advantages and disadvantages of this popular contraceptive method. |
| Explain the advantages of progestin-only contraceptives, particularly implants such as Norplant, or the use of Depo-Provera. |
| Distinguish between male and female sterilization techniques and describe the advantages and disadvantages of this approach to contraception. |
| List and describe the various postcoital contraceptive options now available. |
| Define abortion and briefly summarize the nature of the controversy that surrounds pregnancy termination. |
| List and describe the various methods of abortion. |
| Summarize important points regarding the safety of abortions and the process of cession making that surrounds pregnancy termination. |
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