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oliviahorn72

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which piece of the usual equipment setup for a pelvic examination is omitted with a Pap smear?
 
  a. Gloves and eye protectors
  b. Speculum
  c. Fixative agent
  d. Lubricant

Question 2

A 4-year-old boy has a febrile seizure during a well-child visit. Which of the following would be a priority?
 
  A) Hyperextending the child's head while placing him on his side
  B) Using a tongue blade to pry open the child's jaw
  C) Loosening the child's clothing to ensure a patent airway
  D) Protecting the child from harm during the seizure


firehawk60

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Lubricants interfere with the accuracy of the cytology report.
The examiner should always use standard precautions.
A speculum is needed to see the cervix.
A fixative agent is applied to the slide to prevent drying or disruption of the specimen.

Answer to Question 2

D


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