When scheduling an annual pelvic examination and Pap test, the client asks if she should abstain from intercourse before the test. Which is the nurse's best response?
a. "Yes. Avoid having intercourse for 24 hours before the test."
b. "Yes. Avoid having intercourse for 2 hours before the test."
c. "No. Intercourse does not interfere with this test."
d. "No. Intercourse can actually enhance the test results."
A
The woman should not douche, use vaginal medications or deodorants, or have sexual intercourse for at least 24 hours before the test. Such activities may prevent the accurate evaluation of smears, cultures, and cytologic data.
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