Pap Smear and Cultures
APGO Educational Objectives
Rationale: The Pap smear is one of many screening methods used in medicine. Proper technique in performing the Pap smear and obtaining specimens for microbiologic culture will improve accuracy.
The student will demonstrate the ability to:
- Perform an adequate Pap smear
- Obtain specimens to detect sexually transmitted diseases
- Handle specimens properly to improve diagnostic accuracy
- Provide an explanation to the patient regarding the purpose of these tests
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