A mother of a one-year-old child wanted to space her second child. Her doctor suggested 'copper- T' Explain its contraceptive action.

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Copper ions released from Copper−T suppress the sperm motility and hence the fertilizing capacity of sperms.

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2013-2014 (October) Set 1

Q 6.A.i | 1 mark

Removal of gonads cannot be considered as a contraceptive option. Why?

Short answer question.

Write a note on tubectomy.

______ is not a permanent method of birth control.

Which of the following are chemical barriers used as contraceptives?

Emergency contraceptives are effective if used within ______.

Diaphragms are contraceptive devices used by the females.

Choose the correct option from the statements given below:

A population that exhibits birth rate identical to death rate implies ______.

Given below are certain situations. Analyse the situation and suggest the name of suitable contraceptive device along with mode of action.

Situation	Requirement of contraceptive for -	Name of contraceptive device	Mode of action
1	blocking the entry of sperms through cervix	______	______
2	spacing between children	______	______
3	effective emergency contraceptive	______	______
4	terminal method to prevent any more pregnancy in female	______	______
5	sterilization in male	______	______

What is the primary mechanism of action of barrier contraceptive methods?

What is the primary basis of action for IUDs in preventing conception?