Asked by Samantha Badajos on May 22, 2024

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The nurse is preparing for an internal genitalia examination of a woman. Which order of the examination is correct?

A) Bimanual, speculum, and rectovaginal
B) Speculum, rectovaginal, and bimanual
C) Speculum, bimanual, and rectovaginal
D) Rectovaginal, bimanual, and speculum

Internal Genitalia

The reproductive organs located inside the body, such as the uterus, ovaries in females, and the prostate and testes in males.

Bimanual

Involving or requiring the use of both hands, often used in medical examinations and procedures.

Rectovaginal

Pertaining to both the rectum and vagina, often used in the context of rectovaginal fistula, an abnormal connection between the rectum and vagina.

  • Understand the correct procedures for an internal genitalia examination of women.
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Angie ZakariyaMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The correct sequence is speculum examination, then bimanual examination after removing the speculum, and then rectovaginal examination. The examiner should change gloves before performing the rectovaginal examination to avoid spreading any possible infection.