Author Question: A committee deciding whether to implement widespread prevention strategies needs to consider ... (Read 132 times)

schs14 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A committee deciding whether to implement widespread prevention strategies needs to consider multiple factors, including the:

1. prevalence of the disease, whether the disease can be prevented, and the degree of devastation resulting from the effects of the disease.
2. cost-effectiveness of prevention.
3. effects of a permanent, irreversible disease.
4. prompt treatment of people with health problems or illnesses.

Question 2

What instructions should the nurse give a female patient who is scheduled for a cervical Pap smear?

a. Douche immediately before coming for the test.
b. The test should be done during menstrua-tion.
c. Drink plenty of liquids before the test.
d. Do not have sexual intercourse for 24 hours before the test.

duy1981999 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1

Answer to Question 2

D
To increase the accuracy of a cervical specimen, the patient should be told to avoid intercourse, douches, and vaginal creams for 24 hours before the test. The test should not be performed if the patient is menstruating. Drinking fluids will not impact on the test.