Contraceptive Needs of Women with a Raised BMI course for Nurses
This session considers the safety and effectiveness of contraception in individuals with a raised BMI. It also includes some practical considerations.
Learning objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- 10.5.1 Describe the options for contraception appropriate for women with significantly raised BMIs
- 10.5.2 Conduct an effective consultation with a woman with a raised BMI
Obesity levels are rising fast worldwide, and currently over half the women in the UK are estimated to be either overweight or obese. The definitions of overweight and obesity are based on Body Mass Index (BMI). BMI is calculated by dividing weight in kilogram (Kg) by height in metre-squared (m2). This is an indirect measurement of body fat. It is not perfect but can be calculated easily in clinic and is used in UK Medical Eligibility Criteria (UKMEC) guidelines to inform clinical practice.
Laura is a GP in Cirencester, Gloucestershire with an interest in sexual health and family planning. She is also GP appraiser and faculty trainer.
She has been involved in GP education for the past 12 years.
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