A nurse is examining a female client and tests the client's vaginal pH. Which finding would the nurse interpret as normal?
A) 4.5
B) 7
C) 8.5
D) 10
A
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The vagina has an acidic environment; therefore a pH of 4.5 would indicate an acidic environment. A pH of 7 is considered neutral; a pH above 7 is considered alkaline.
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