Learn about identification and management strategies for the most common side effects associated with long acting reversible contraception (LARC). Discussion will include women in special contraceptive populations: women with migraine, women with fertility differences, and women with cardiovascular disease. How to differentiate between “red flag” side effects and more benign side effects will be presented, along with ways to effectively manage common and frequent side effects of LARC.

Alison Marshall, RN, MSN, FNP-C; Faculty, Sylvie Ratele STD/HIV Prevention Training Center of New England, Massachusetts Department of Health; Jamaica Plain MA and Assistant Director and Clinical Instructor, FNP Program, William F. Connell School of Nursing, Boston College; Chestnut Hill MA