Ideally, it should be given within the first 24 hours after intercourse. The nurse will obtain a history, provide information about the use and side-effects of the MAP, discuss contraception and transmission of sexually transmitted diseases and review a consent form that must be signed. The MAP is not a substitute for the use of birth control. If a woman returns to the Health Center a second time for the MAP she must accept an appointment with the NP to discuss contraception. The Health Center provides urine pregnancy testing at no charge.
Results are immediately available.
Referrals for abortions and adoption counseling are available through the Health Center.