Session 8: Skills Lab – IUD and Implant Insertion and Removal Practice

During this session, participants will demonstrate the steps of loading, inserting, and removing a Copper IUD using the “no-touch” technique and the steps of inserting and removing one and/or two-rod implants using models.

By the end of this unit, participants will:

• Practice correct steps of loading a Copper T 380A in its sterile package correctly using the “no-touch” technique.
• Practice correct steps of insertion and removal of copper IUD on an anatomical model using a checklist.
• Practice correct steps of insertion and removal of one-rod/two-rod implants on an arm model using a checklist.

Total: 60 minutes (1 hour)

• 45 minutes: Facilitator Presentation and Group Discussion
• 15 minutes: Video and Discussion

• Print, download, and gather materials
• Prepare two stations for each skill: IUD and implant insertion and removal practice

• Refer to the Facilitator’s Guide for the Detailed Session Guide and list of materials needed for this unit
• Participant Workbook