The nurse is preparing for pelvic physical examination of a woman who has been medically diagnosed with vaginismus.What equipment should the nurse obtain for this examination?

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The woman with vaginismus experiences involuntary muscle spasms in the pelvic floor muscles, making any penetration uncomfortable or even impossible. Therefore, the nurse should obtain smaller than normal vaginal speculums that will fit comfortably into the patient's vagina without causing undue pressure or pain. The culture swabs and equipment for pre-examination douche are not necessary for this examination, and the use of a vaginal suppository would not be appropriate for the assessment of vaginismus.

The Nurse Is Preparing for Pelvic Physical Examination of a Woman