Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is preparing for a pelvic examination with Papanicolaou (Pap) test. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Emptying the bladder before a pelvic examination allows for better visualization and manipulation of the pelvic organs. Douching can interfere with test results, informed consent is not typically required for a Pap test, and sedation is not used for this procedure.