Which of the following client statements indicates successful teaching of a client who is scheduled to have a Pap test?
A) "I'll schedule the test for the time when I have my next menstrual period."
B) "I need to refrain from sexual intercourse for at least 1 week before the test."
C) "I will stop using any vaginal medications at least 48 hours before the test."
D) "I need to use a vinegar and water douche the morning of the test."
C
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Teaching is effective when the client schedules an appointment at a time other than during menstruation and does the following before the appointment: (1) avoids intercourse for 2 days, (2) refrains from douching for 1 day, and (3) ceases the use of vaginal medications for at least 48 hours.
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