The recommendation the nurse should share with a 22-year-old sexually active client who is seeking information on the prevention of cervical cancer is that a Pap smear
a. is needed annually by all women over age 18.
b. should be done annually until two tests are negative, then once every 2-3 years, in women over 30.
c. should be done biannually for clients who have been sexually active for 3 years but not later than age 21.
d. should be performed twice a year for all sexually active women over age 18.
B
Sexually active women, regardless of age, and those 18 or older should have an annual Pap smear. Women over age 30 can be screened every 2 to 3 years after they have had 2 normal tests in a row.
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