Question

Which of the following groups of contraceptives are included under barrier methods?

• A. Surgical methods, oral contraceptives, cervical caps, vaults
• B. IUDs, diaphragm, abstinence, injections
• C. Condom, vaults, IUDs, cervical caps
• D. Condom, diaphragm, cervical caps, vaults

Answer 1

The correct option is D Condom, diaphragm, cervical caps, vaults

• Condom, diaphragm, cervical caps, and vaults are included under barrier methods of contraception.
• Barrier methods of birth control are physical barriers that prevent sperm from passing through the woman's cervix into the uterus to fertilise an egg.
• Some methods also protect against sexually transmitted disease (STDs).