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Fitting the cervical cap.

A K Brokaw1, N N Baker, S L Haney

  • 1NOVA Women's Medical Center, Fairfax, Va.

The Nurse Practitioner
|July 1, 1988
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The cervical cap is a contraceptive option for some women, but careful selection and fitting are crucial for successful use. Proper insertion, removal, and client motivation are key to effective contraception with the cervical cap.

Area of Science:

  • Contraception and Family Planning
  • Gynecology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • The cervical cap is now available for general use in the United States.
  • Many women are not suitable candidates for cervical cap use.
  • The cervical cap is an alternative for women who cannot use other contraceptives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the necessary steps for selecting appropriate candidates for cervical cap usage.
  • To detail the procedure for successfully fitting a cervical cap.
  • To emphasize the importance of client motivation and clinician technique in successful cervical cap fitting.

Main Methods:

  • Assessing cervical size, shape, length, position, and location.
  • Visually inspecting the cervix for lesions or cervicitis and performing a Pap smear.
Keywords:
Barrier MethodsBehaviorCervical CapContraceptionContraceptive MethodsDelivery Of Health CareExaminations And DiagnosesFamily PlanningHealthHealth PersonnelInsertionMotivationPhysiciansTreatmentVaginal Barrier Methods

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  • Evaluating cap stability, cervical coverage, and suction seal after initial fitting.
  • Instructing women on proper insertion, removal, and use of backup contraception.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful cervical cap fitting requires careful client selection and clinician methodology.
    • Highly motivated and persistent women are more likely to use the cervical cap successfully.
    • Proper assessment and teaching are essential for effective cervical cap use.

    Conclusions:

    • The cervical cap is a viable contraceptive method for select women.
    • A methodical approach by clinicians and motivated clients are critical for successful cervical cap fitting.
    • This article provides a guide to the steps involved in cervical cap fitting.