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Subdermal contraceptive implants in nurse-midwifery practice.

Subdermal contraceptive implants have only recently been approved for use in the United States. At present, only one subdermal contraceptive implant, Norplant, is approved in the United States. This article describes the development of Norplant, its efficacy and safety, a description of the system, education for clients, side effects, indications and contraindications, insertion and removal, incorporation into midwifery practice, and education for health professionals regarding its use.

Drug Implants↗
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Levonorgestrel implant use among adolescents.

The levonorgestrel implant (Norplant System; Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, Philadelphia, Pa.) is a highly effective and desirable form of contraception for the adolescent population today. Not originally marketed toward this group of young women, it has become a very popular form of birth control for this age group. Even though common side effects are frequently experienced with the use of the Norplant System, timely and reassuring counseling from nurse practitioners is very effective in allaying fears and dissatisfaction. At the Pediatric Clinic for Denton County, Texas, nearly one half of all teenagers enrolled in the Teen Pregnancy Program in 1992 chose the Norplant System as their method of birth control, with very successful results.

Adolescent↗
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Education and counseling for Norplant users.

Because Norplant provides effective contraception for 5 years, it is an excellent choice for many women. However, it has side effects that have prompted early removal in a significant number of women. Nurses who educate and counsel women about Norplant before insertion and provide support and management of side effects afterward can increase user satisfaction and long-term continuation.

Contraception↗