Learning Outcomes for Study Session 9

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

9.1  Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold. (SAQ 9.7)

9.2  Describe how to counsel on VSC methods. (SAQs 9.1, 9.6 and 9.7)

9.3  Explain the mechanism of action of VSC methods. (SAQs 9.2, 9.3, 9.4 9.5 and 9.7)

9.4  List and discuss the types of VSC methods. (SAQs 9.4 and 9.5)

9.5  Describe the techniques of sterilisation. (SAQ 9.7)

9.6  Explain the advantages and disadvantages of sterilisation for both sexes. (SAQs 9.5 and 9.7)

Study Session 9  Permanent Family Planning Methods or Voluntary Surgical Contraception (VSC)

9.1  Mechanism of action