A young man who is being treated for infertility is to have a semen analysis. The nurse explains that this test will:
1. determine if he has a sexually transmitted infection.
2. evaluate for genetic problems.
3. determine if there any urethral obstructions.
4. assess sperm microscopically for number and motility.
4
Analysis of the semen is done to assess male fertility based on number, appearance, and mo-tility of the sperm.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 1083
OBJ: 2 TOP: Semen Analysis
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
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