A woman presents requesting sterilisation. She has two children and is in a stable relationship. She asks about alternatives. According to NICE and FS...

Question

A woman presents requesting sterilisation. She has two children and is in a stable relationship. She asks about alternatives. According to NICE and FSRH, what should be discussed before proceeding?

Accepted Answer

All long-acting reversible contraceptive methods should be discussed as alternatives, given their comparable or superior effectiveness

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Sterilisation should be offered without discussion of alternatives

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Only the POP should be offered as an alternative

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Vasectomy for her partner should not be discussed

Answer

No alternatives exist that are as effective as sterilisation

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): LARC Discussion Before Sterilisation

A woman presents requesting sterilisation. She has two children and is in a stable relationship. She asks about alternatives. According to NICE and FSRH, what should be discussed before proceeding?