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Table 4 Statements concerning knowledge of Contraceptive Methods (n = 146)

From: Attitude toward contraception and abortion among Curaçao women. Ineffective contraception due to limited sexual education?

Statement

Agree (%)

Disagree (%)

? (%)

1. A man doesn't reach a orgasm during sexual intercourse. Still, the woman can become pregnant.

50

34

16

2. It is unhealthy to use the oral contraceptive pill for a period longer than 10 years.

44

14

42

3. If a woman uses the oral contraceptive pill, she can become infertile.

22

60

18

4. If a woman uses the oral contraceptive pill, her desire for sex becomes less.

7

73

20

5. The oral contraceptive pill is the most reliable contraceptive method.

49

43

8

6. The injectable contraceptive contains hormones, just as the oral contraceptive pill.

63

6

31

7. An intrauterine device can reside in the uterus without problems for 5 years.

42

20

38

8. A condom is not reliable because it ruptures rapidly.

39

53

8