The Nurse Is Describing How to Perform a Testicular Self-Examination

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse is describing how to perform a testicular self-examination to a patient.Which statement is most appropriate?

• A)"A good time to examine your testicles is just before you take a shower."
• B)"If you notice an enlarged testicle or a painless lump, call your health care provider."
• C)"The testicle is egg shaped and movable. It feels firm and has a lumpy consistency."
• D)"Perform a testicular examination at least once a week to detect the early stages of testicular cancer."

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Definitions:

Timbre

The quality of a sound that distinguishes it from other sounds of the same pitch and volume.

Musical Note

A symbol representing a specific pitch and duration in music, essential for musical notation and composition.

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing structures responsible for hearing (cochlea) and balance (vestibular system).

Basilar Membrane

A key structure in the cochlea of the inner ear, which plays a critical role in the sensory processing of sound through its vibration.