Which of the Following Is True About Depo-Provera (DMPA)

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about Depo-Provera (DMPA) ?

• A) It works by stopping ovulation and thickening the cervical mucus.
• B) It is used to prevent pregnancy for a period of 24 weeks.
• C) It is a good birth control method for those desiring an immediate pregnancy.
• D) It regularizes menstrual cycles and controls irregular bleeding.

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