Miami Dade College, NUR 1060

Jarvis: Physical Examination & Health Assessment, 6th Edition Chapter 26: Female Genitourinary System Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. During a health history, a 22-year old woman asks, “Can I get that vaccine for HPV? I have genital warts and I’d like them to go away!” What is the nurse’s best response? A) “The HPV vaccine is for girls and women ages 9 to 26, so we can start that today.” B) “This vaccine is only for girls who have not started to have intercourse yet.” C) “Let’s check with the physician to see if you are a candidate for this vaccine.” D) “The vaccine cannot protect you if you already have an HPV infection.” ANS: D The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine is appropriate for girls and women age 9 to 26 and is given to prevent cervical cancer by preventing HPV infections before girls become sexually active. However, it cannot protect the woman if an HPV infection is already present. PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analyzing (Analysis) REF: Page: 732 MSC: Client Needs: General 2. During an examination the nurse observes a female patient’s vestibule and expects to see the