During a rectovaginal examination, you should assess all of the following, EXCEPT
a. cervix and uterus for posterior lesions. c. rectovaginal septum for patency.
b. rectouterine pouch for contour lesions. d. ovaries and fallopian tubes.
D
The rectovaginal examination involves assessment of the rectovaginal septum for patency, the cervix and uterus for anomalies such as posterior lesions, and the rectouterine pouch for contour lesions. The examination does not assess the ovaries or the fallopian tubes.
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