When Palpating the Epididymis, the Nurse Considers Which Finding to Be

question 19

Multiple Choice

When palpating the epididymis, the nurse considers which finding to be abnormal?

• A) The epididymis is located on the posterolateral surface of each testis.
• B) The epididymis feels like a tubular, comma-shaped structure.
• C) The epididymis collapses on palpation.
• D) The epididymis has an irregular, nodular surface.

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