The nurse has completed an external genitalia examination on several female clients in the women's health clinic. Which of the following clients would require an internal genital examination? Select all that apply
a. Client on hormone therapy
b. Client who has had more than three pregnancies
c. A client with an abnormal finding on the external examination
d. A 22-year-old client who is not sexually active
A, C
Women who are sexually active; who have abnormal findings on external examinations; who have abdominal, pelvic, or genitourinary complaints; or who are on hormone therapy require an internal genital examination.
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