Pap Smear guidelines Flashcards
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How often should a Pap smear be obtained?
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Annually until the age of 30, and then q 3 years thereafter if 3 previous consecutive paps were WNL.
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Q
When should the 1st Pap smear be obtained by?
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3 years after initiation of vaginal intercourse or no later than 21 years of age.
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Q
When can Pap smear testing be discontinued?
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In women who have had a complete hysterectomy or who are low risk who have reached the age of 65-70 years.