Question

A 19-year-old woman presents 72 hours after unprotected vaginal intercourse. She has a regular cycle and is mid-cycle. Pregnancy test is negative. She is not on any contraception. What is the most effective emergency contraception option at this time?

Accepted Answer

Copper intrauterine device within 5 days of intercourse or up to 5 days after the earliest expected ovulation.

Answer

Levonorgestrel emergency pill within 72 hours.

Answer

Ulipristal acetate within 120 hours.

Answer

Combined oral contraceptive Yuzpe regimen.

Answer

No effective options remain at 72 hours.

Practice question

A 19-year-old woman presents 72 hours after unprotected vaginal intercourse. She has a regular cycle and is mid-cycle. Pregnancy test is negative. She is not on any contraception. What is the most effective emergency contraception option at this time?