Title: Proper IUD use requires training.

POPLINE Document Number: 308227

Author(s):

Finger WR

Source citation:

Network, 1996 Winter;16(2):6-10.

Abstract:

Women must be fully informed about the intrauterine device (IUD) before choosing it, and health care workers must be adequately trained to insert the device, if the IUD is to be used properly. "Many providers are not comfortable with the method," says Dr. Roberto Rivera, FHI corporate director for international medical affairs, who notes that good training can improve access to the method. "For wide-scale IUD use, providers need to have a commitment that they are doing something for the benefit of the client, to improve the health and life of the woman. Then they are willing to spend whatever time is necessary to help the client select the method of her choice and provide it under the conditions that are required." Providing the IUD takes more time than do many other methods. Good IUD services require good client screening and counseling, a pelvic exam, assuring that no pregnancy or infection is present, good insertion technique, proper follow-up, and management of side effects. (excerpt)

Keywords:

Developing Countries
Recommendations
Evaluation
Counselors
Family Planning Personnel
IUD
Sex Education
Family Planning Education
Contraceptive Usage
Counseling
Training Programs
Clinic Activities
Program Activities
Programs
Organization and Administration
Family Planning Programs
Family Planning
Contraceptive Methods
Contraception
Education