When Scheduling a Patient for a Pelvic Examination and Pap

When scheduling a patient for a pelvic examination and Pap smear,what should the nurse instruct the patient to do?

A) The patient should not douche for 24 hours before the examination.
B) The patient should not have sexual intercourse for 2 days before the examination.
C) The patient should schedule the examination for the first day of her menstrual period.
D) The patient should shower before the examination but avoid tub baths the day before the examination.