One state's law requires that all female patients be offered a Papanicolaou smear when admitted to the hospital. A 43-year-old Egyptian patient refuses the test. Which action by the nurse is appropriate first?

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It is important to respect the patient's autonomy and provide education about the importance of the test. The nurse should explain the rationale and benefits of the test to the patient, answering any questions she may have, and then document the patient's refusal in her medical records. The other options may be appropriate in certain situations but are not the best immediate action in this case.

One State's Law Requires That All Female Patients Be Offered