At the physician's request, you have scheduled Teresa, a 24-year-old gynecologic patient, for a pelvic ultrasound at 10:00 AM on Thursday. Teresa asks if there is anything in particular she should do to prepare for the ultrasound. Which of the following instructions would you give to Teresa?

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The best option is for Teresa to drink three or four glasses of water without voiding within 1 hour of the test. This will ensure that her bladder is full during the ultrasound, making it easier for the technician to obtain accurate images. Avoiding food or drinking for 24 hours prior to the procedure is unnecessary and could cause discomfort for Teresa. A clear liquid dinner is not necessary for this procedure. Eating a nutritious breakfast before arriving for the procedure is also not necessary. Avoiding fish is not a relevant instruction for a pelvic ultrasound.

At the Physician's Request, You Have Scheduled Teresa, a 24-Year-Old