The nurse is obtaining a health history at the client's annual gynecologic exam. Which of the following statements regarding a Papanicolaou test (Pap test) for cancer screening would delay the exam?
A) "I had sexual intercourse several days ago."
B) "I voided before entering the exam room."
C) "My menstrual period began yesterday."
D) "I use no vaginal sprays or creams."
C
Feedback:
The nurse advises that the Pap test be rescheduled to a time other than during the menstrual period. The other options are acceptable to continue the test procedure.
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