A woman starting depot medroxyprogesterone acetate asks about expected effects. Which response is correct?
Correct answer: A. Irregular bleeding may occur, and return of fertility can be delayed
- A. Irregular bleeding may occur, and return of fertility can be delayed
- B. It protects against HIV and other sexually transmitted infections
- C. It must be taken every day at the same time to work
- D. It usually causes immediate permanent infertility after one injection
Explanation
Irregular bleeding is common with injectable progestin contraception, and the return to fertility may be delayed after stopping it. The injection is reversible and does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
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