Effects of Perioperative Medications on Hormonal Contraception: An Educational Initiative

Abstract

A known interaction between certain perioperative medications and hormonal contraceptives could lead to unintended pregnancy in a female utilizing hormonal contraceptives without additional contraceptive methods. Currently, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) does not have a standardized procedure for identifying and ensuring these patients receive the appropriate education regarding contraceptive practices. Additionally, healthcare providers may not know of these medication interactions, potentially resulting inpatients not receiving proper post-operative contraception education. Clinical Question or Purpose: Among multidisciplinary perioperative healthcare professionals at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, does the implementation of an education program compared to current practice increase knowledge and awareness of interactions between perioperative medications and hormonal contraceptives? Project Design: This evidence-based project was an educational initiative based on Steven's Star Model. It utilized pre- and post-assessments to determine the efficacy of PowerPoint-based training on perioperative medication interactions with hormonal contraception. Analysis of the Results: Pre- and post-assessment of teaching displayed an increase in knowledge base amongst perioperative providers. Participants' response to their likelihood to teach this knowledge to their patients increased in the Aprepitant group. Organizational Impact/Implications for Practice: Ensuring that perioperative healthcare providers consistently educate patients about these interactions throughout the surgical timeline will increase patient awareness. This knowledge allows patients to become active participants in their healthcare and future contraceptive choices, decreasing patient harm and aiding the military family and individual members' well-being.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 05, 2022
Accession Number
AD1186293

Entities

People

  • Elspeth L. Phillips
  • Gloria M. Oakman
  • Patrick W. Mattox
  • Sasha Y. Smith

Organizations

  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alkynes
  • Anesthesia
  • Contraception
  • Data Analysis
  • Education
  • Health
  • Health Services
  • Hospitals
  • Institutional Review Board
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Medicine
  • Pain
  • Patient Care
  • Physicians
  • Students
  • Surgery
  • Training

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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