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During the Examination of a Male Client Who Has Not

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During the examination of a male client who has not been circumcised, the nurse attempts to retract the foreskin of the penis but the skin is very tight and cannot be pulled back. Based on this data, which condition does the nurse anticipate for this client?


Definitions:

Hematocrit

The proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells, a crucial measurement in diagnosing and managing various medical conditions.

Erythrocytes

Red blood cells that are responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body and returning carbon dioxide to the lungs for exhalation.

Fibrinogen

A blood plasma protein that's converted to fibrin in the clotting process, essential for wound healing.

Thrombocyte

Another term for platelets, which are blood cells involved in clotting and wound healing.

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