Question

Which of the following is a mechanical barrier used in birth control?

• A. Copper T
• B. Diaphragm
• C. Loop
• D. Dalcon shield

Answer 1

The correct option is B Diaphragm

IUCD( Intrautrine devices) - These devices are plastic or metal objects placed in the uterus of the female by a doctor. These may be categorized as non- medicated IUDs (Lippes loop), copper releasing IUDs (Cu T, Cu 7) and the hormone releasing IUDs (Progestasert, LNG- 20), dalcon shield. Diaphragam- It is soft, cup shaped rubber device being used by women to cover entrance to the uterus. It is smeared with spermicide before use. It is considered reliable as there are no dangerous side effects and it prevents sperms reaching the egg.It is a type of mechanical barrier. So, the correct answer is 'Diaphragm'.