The nurse explains to a 37-year-old patient being prepared for ...

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The nurse explains to a 37-year-old patient being prepared for colposcopy with a cervical biopsy that the procedure
 
  a. involves dilation of the cervix and biopsy of the tissue lining the uterus.
  b. will take place in a same-day surgery center so that local anesthesia can be used.
  c. requires that the patient have nothing to eat or drink for 6 hours before the procedure.
  d. is similar to a speculum examination of the cervix and should result in little discomfort.

Question 2

A couple is scheduled to have a Huhner test for infertility. In preparation for the test, the nurse will instruct the couple about
 
  a. being sedated during the procedure.
  b. determining the estimated time of ovulation.
  c. experiencing shoulder pain after the procedure.
  d. refraining from intercourse before the appointment.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Colposcopy involves visualization of the cervix with a binocular microscope and is similar to a speculum examination. Anesthesia is not required and fasting is not necessary. A cervical biopsy may cause a minimal amount of pain.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
For the Huhner test, the couple should have intercourse at the estimated time of ovulation and then arrive for the test 2 to 8 hours after intercourse. The other instructions would be used for other types of fertility testing.