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Quality of Care in Contraceptive Services — Checklist for Providers

Medium 15 items · 30 min
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This checklist helps health care providers deliver respectful, safe, and person-centered contraceptive information and services. It is written for clinic staff, nurses, and doctors who counsel or provide contraceptive methods. Inspired by World Health Organization guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Inspired by World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional where applicable.

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  1. Greet person and confirm preferred name and pronouns
  2. Ensure a private space and explain confidentiality — Close doors, limit interruptions, and state how records are kept private
  3. Provide person-centered counseling — Respect choices and avoid pressure during the visit
  4. Ask about reproductive goals and current plans — Clarify short- and long-term pregnancy intentions
  5. Review medical history and current medications — Include allergies, chronic conditions, and recent pregnancies
  6. Explore daily routine and ability to use methods — Discuss work, breastfeeding, and reliable storage or dosing
  7. Screen for medical contraindications — Use a quick checklist and refer if uncertain
  8. Explain method options clearly, covering benefits and side effects — Use plain language and visual aids to improve understanding
  9. Support informed choice and obtain verbal consent — Confirm the person understands choices before proceeding
  10. Provide method-specific instructions and side-effect guidance — Give written or pictorial instructions the person can take home
  11. Demonstrate correct use or insertion steps when needed — Offer practice for self-administered methods or supervised insertion
  12. Ensure infection prevention and safety for procedures — Follow aseptic technique, sterilize instruments, and use PPE
  13. Arrange follow-up and provide emergency contact information — Set a follow-up time and list warning signs that need urgent care
  14. Document the visit and chosen method in the health record — Record method, batch numbers, counseling notes, and next steps
  15. Offer referrals for additional or integrated services — Link to STI testing, cervical screening, or specialty care as needed
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