When Performing a Genital Examination on a 25-Year-Old Man, the Nurse

question 1

Multiple Choice

When performing a genital examination on a 25-year-old man, the nurse notices deeply pigmented, wrinkled scrotal skin with large sebaceous follicles. On the basis of this information, how should the nurse proceed?

• A) Squeeze the glans to check for the presence of discharge.
• B) Consider this finding as normal, and proceed with the examination.
• C) Assess the testicles for the presence of masses or painless lumps.
• D) Obtain a more detailed history, focusing on any scrotal abnormalities the patient has noticed.

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