The Patient Has Had a Colposcopy

question 15

Multiple Choice

The patient has had a colposcopy. The nurse had provided aftercare instructions to the patient. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the information provided? Select all that apply.

• A)"I will need to wait to avoid heavy lifting for the next four weeks."
• B)"I should douche at the end of one week to remove vaginal discharge."
• C)"I can take ibuprofen for pain if needed."
• D)"I will have some light vaginal discharge."
• E)"I will report a temperature elevation to the physician's office."

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Definitions:

Activity

Engagements or tasks that involve mental or physical effort done by individuals or groups, often for leisure or to achieve a result.

Daily Living

Activities and routines that comprise the everyday life of an individual, including personal care, work, and leisure.

Taking Medication

The act of consuming prescribed or over-the-counter drugs to treat, cure, or prevent illness, as directed by a healthcare professional.

Grief

The emotional response to loss.