The nurse explains to a client undergoing her first gynecologic examination that the American Cancer Society recommends an annual Pap test for women (Select all that apply)
A) every year until the woman experiences menopause.
B) once the woman reaches the age of 16.
C) starting at the age of 21 unless sexually active earlier.
D) who are or who have been sexually active.
E) who have been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease.

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Guidelines from the American Cancer Society are an annual Pap test for women who are or who have been sexually active or who have reached the age of 21. Once three negative tests results in a row are obtained, the Pap smear can be performed less often at the discretion of the health care provider. Women should continue having Pap tests even after menopause. Exposure to an STD requires specific testing for STDs; the Pap test is for cervical cancer.

The Nurse Explains to a Client Undergoing Her First Gynecologic