Military Physician and Advanced Practice Nurses' Knowledge and Use of Modern Natural Family Planning
Abstract
Modern Natural Family Planning (NFP) is safe, affective family planning. A provider's knowledge of NFP influences whether or not they recommend it to patients. The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge level military physicians and Advanced Practice Nurses had of modern NFP. A convenience sample of physicians and APNs was selected from a military medical center. Of the 86 questionnaires distributed, 36 were returned by physicians, 5 by APNs, and one by a physician assistant. Thirty four percent of the respondents did not recommend NFP to patients when discussing contraception. If they did, most described a Calendar Rhythm approach. Thirty two percent of respondents reported they did not assess women's cultural values when prescribing family planning. Most greatly underestimated NFP's theoretical and use effectiveness. Almost 50% of the respondents did not know what NFP resources are available. Many participants were unfamiliar with modern NFP, under estimated it's efficacy, and either did not recommend NFP, or did so with reservations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1996
- Accession Number
- AD1011551
Entities
People
- Patrick G. Spencer
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences