A 72-year-old patient is on hormone therapy (HT). What should the nurse suggest for the patient?
a. Semiweekly douche to wash out cervical debris
b. Liver function assessment annually
c. Mammogram biannually
d. Pap smear annually
ANS: D
Persons on hormone therapy should have an annual Pap smear and mammogram.
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