While Speaking to a Group of Older Males,which Information Should

question 29

Multiple Choice

While speaking to a group of older males,which information should the nurse share? The following is a normal characteristic of aging and the male reproductive system:

• A) Changes in libido are not related to health status.
• B) Tissue responsiveness to testosterone is increased.
• C) Testicles will hypertrophy.
• D) Refractory time after ejaculation is prolonged.

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