According to this passage, what is the purpose of a
Pap smear?
It is important that women visit a doctor regularly for a
procedure called a Pap smear or Pap test, which tests
women for cervical cancer. This test involves the
collection of cells from the cervix, which is located at the
bottom of the uterus. Doctors can identify abnormal cells,
making the Pap smear an important tool for early
detection of cervical cancer. Additionally, doctors can use
the Pap smear to screen for human papillomavirus
(HPV), which can lead to cervical cancer.
O to treat cervical cancer
O to detect abnormal cervical cells
O to diagnose ovarian cancer
O to prevent HPV

A5-year-old boy suddenly begins coughing while eating peanuts. he is choking and gagging. when he is brought to the ed, but he is awake and is able to give his name. on physical examination, his vital signs are stable. on examination of the chest, inspiratory stridor and intercostal and suprasternal retractions are apparent. which of the following is the most appropriate initial step in management? - allow patient to clear foreign object by spontaneous coughing- clear oropharynx with multiple blind sweeps with finger- position patient and perform back blows- stand behind patient and perform abdominal thrusts- perform emergency tracheostomy and take to surgery