When preparing a female client for an abdominal examination, the nurse should provide her with which instruction?

A. Holding the breath while exhaling may make it harder to assess for abdominal movement and sounds during the exam. B. Lying in a prone position is not typically recommended for an abdominal exam. The client should be lying flat on their back in a relaxed position. C. Emptying the bladder before an abdominal exam is important because a full bladder can interfere with the examiner's ability to palpate the abdomen and may cause discomfort for the client. D. Refraining from eating or drinking is not necessary for an abdominal exam unless it is a fasting-specific test or procedure.