A woman requests emergency contraception four days after unprotected intercourse and is eligible for an intrauterine device. Which option is the most effective?
Correct answer: A. Insertion of a copper intrauterine device
- A. Insertion of a copper intrauterine device
- B. Starting a combined pill packet
- C. Taking a routine progestin-only pill
- D. Receiving a depot contraceptive injection
Explanation
A copper intrauterine device can be used as emergency contraception within five days of unprotected intercourse and is highly effective. Routine pills and injections do not provide the same established emergency contraceptive effect for this exposure.
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