Answer:
1. **Which three methods protect against STIs?**
- Male and female condoms
- Dental dams
- Abstinence
2. **Which is the ONLY method that is 100% effective?**
- Abstinence (not engaging in sexual activity)
3. **Which method requires surgery?**
- Sterilization methods, such as tubal ligation (female sterilization) or vasectomy (male sterilization), involve surgical procedures.
4. **How many methods require a doctor's prescription?**
- Methods like birth control pills, patches, and intrauterine devices (IUDs) typically require a doctor's prescription.
5. **What are two advantages of the contraceptive patch?**
- Convenient (applied once a week)
- Does not require daily attention like oral contraceptives
6. **What are two disadvantages to the withdrawal "pulling out" method?**
- High risk of pregnancy due to pre-ejaculate containing sperm
- Does not protect against STIs
7. **How effective is the male condom?**
- When used consistently and correctly, male condoms are about 98% effective in preventing pregnancy. They also provide some protection against STIs.
8. **How many methods are available OTC (Over-the-counter)?**
- Emergency contraceptive pills (morning-after pills) are available over-the-counter. Male and female condoms are also available without a prescription.
9. **Should you use a male and female condom at the same time?**
- No, using both at the same time can create friction and increase the likelihood of condom breakage. It is not recommended.
10. **What are the percentages of effectiveness based on?**
- The percentages of effectiveness are based on typical use and perfect use. "Perfect use" assumes the method is used correctly and consistently every time, while "typical use" accounts for human error and inconsistency in usage.