A woman taking combined oral contraceptive pills has repeated vomiting and severe diarrhoea. Which teaching is appropriate?
Correct answer: B. She should use additional contraception while absorption may be affected
- A. The pills remain fully effective during any illness
- B. She should use additional contraception while absorption may be affected
- C. She should take two pills every hour until symptoms stop
- D. She should stop all contraception permanently
Explanation
Vomiting or severe diarrhoea can prevent absorption of oral contraceptive hormones and reduce protection. Additional contraception should be used while absorption is unreliable, following the instructions for missed or poorly absorbed pills.
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