Quality of Care in Contraceptive Services — Checklist for Providers

15 items · Health · Medium difficulty · 30 min

Practical checklist to ensure respectful, safe contraceptive care.

• Greet person and confirm preferred name and pronouns
• Ensure a private space and explain confidentiality

  Close doors, limit interruptions, and state how records are kept private

• Provide person-centered counseling

  Respect choices and avoid pressure during the visit

• Ask about reproductive goals and current plans

  Clarify short- and long-term pregnancy intentions

• Review medical history and current medications

  Include allergies, chronic conditions, and recent pregnancies

• Explore daily routine and ability to use methods

  Discuss work, breastfeeding, and reliable storage or dosing

• Screen for medical contraindications

  Use a quick checklist and refer if uncertain

• Explain method options clearly, covering benefits and side effects

  Use plain language and visual aids to improve understanding

• Support informed choice and obtain verbal consent

  Confirm the person understands choices before proceeding

• Provide method-specific instructions and side-effect guidance

  Give written or pictorial instructions the person can take home

• Demonstrate correct use or insertion steps when needed

  Offer practice for self-administered methods or supervised insertion

• Ensure infection prevention and safety for procedures

  Follow aseptic technique, sterilize instruments, and use PPE

• Arrange follow-up and provide emergency contact information

  Set a follow-up time and list warning signs that need urgent care

• Document the visit and chosen method in the health record

  Record method, batch numbers, counseling notes, and next steps

• Offer referrals for additional or integrated services

  Link to STI testing, cervical screening, or specialty care as needed

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