Which of the following instructions would the nurse include when preparing a woman for a Pap smear?
A) "Refrain from sexual intercourse for 1 week before the test.".
B) "Wear cotton panties on the day of the test.".
C) "Avoid taking any medications for 24 hours.".
D) "Do not douche for 48 hours before the test.".
D
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The nurse should instruct the woman not to douche for 48 hours before the test to prevent washing away cervical cells, which might be abnormal. Sexual intercourse should be avoided for 48 hours before the test. Wearing cotton panties is unrelated to preparation for a Pap smear. Medications do not need to be withheld before the test.
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