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August 26, 2002

Injectable Quality Elements

Thanks for clarifying that a pelvic exam is not necessary to receive an injectable contraceptive, but what are the key elements of quality for injectable provision?

Assuming the client choice is an injectable, in my view they are these:

• Counseling about common bleeding side effects;
• Simple eligibility screening;
• Sterile needle and syringe (and proper disposal);
• Follow-up plan (including next injection and dealing with possible side effects).

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