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Explaining How to UseIMPORTANT: Whenever possible, show clients how to put on a condom.Use a model of a penis, if available, or other item, like a banana, to demonstrate.Basic StepsExplain the 5 Basic Steps of Using a Male CondomImportant Details1. Use a newó Check the condom package. Do not usecondomif torn or damaged. Avoid using a condomfor eachpast the expiration date—do so only if aact of sexnewer condom is not available.óTear open the packagecarefully. Do not usefingernails, teeth, or anythingthat can damage the condom.2. Before any physical ó For the most protection, putcontact, place the the condom on before thecondom on the tip of penis makes any genital, oral,the erect penis with or anal contact.the rolled side out3. Unroll theó The condom should unroll easily. Forcing itcondom allon could cause it to break during use.the way to theó If the condom does not unrollbase of theeasily, it may be on backwards,erect penisdamaged, or too old. Throw itaway and use a new condom.óIf the condom is on backwardsand another one is not available,turn it over and unroll it onto the penis.4. Immediately after ó Withdraw the penis.ejaculation, holdó Slide the condom off,the rim of theavoiding spilling semen.condom in place andwithdraw the penis ó If having sex again or switchingwhile it is still erect from one sex act to another,use a new condom.5. Dispose ofó Wrap the condom in itsthe usedpackage and put in the rubbishcondom safely or latrine. Do not put thecondom into a flush toilet, asit can cause problems withplumbing.Providing Male Condoms20313Male Condoms