Which one of the following is a proper technique for the use of a speculum during a vaginal examination?
a. Allow the labia to spread, and insert the speculum slightly open.
b. Insert one finger, and insert the opened speculum.
c. Press the introitus downward, and insert the closed speculum obliquely.
d. Spread the labia, and insert the closed speculum horizontally.
C
Use two fingers of one hand to push the introitus down to relax the pubococcygeal muscle. Then hold the closed speculum with the other hand, and insert the speculum past your fingers oblique-ly.
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