Suzanne Uses a Diaphragm, and After Having a Steamy Encounter

question 102

Multiple Choice

Suzanne uses a diaphragm, and after having a steamy encounter with a man at a party, she does not want to risk a pregnancy from a one-night-stand. She decides to leave her diaphragm in place for a couple days. Which of the following is a possible result of this decision?

• A)She will likely avoid pregnancy because the spermicide used with the diaphragm continue to kill sperm over time.
• B)She is putting herself at risk of toxic shock syndrome by leaving the diaphragm in too long.
• C)She may inadvertently increase her chances of pregnancy by failing to remove the man's ejaculate with the diaphragm immediately after intercourse.
• D)Her decision is not what doctors recommend, but it may offer her psychological comfort and is harmless.