The nurse is inspecting the external genitalia of a male newborn. Which of the following would alert the nurse to a possible problem?
A) Limited rugae
B) Large scrotum
C) Palpable testes in scrotal sac
D) Absence of engorgement
A
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The scrotum usually appears relatively large and should be pink in white neonates and dark brown in neonates of color. Rugae should be well formed and should cover the scrotal sac. There should not be bulging, edema, or discoloration. Testes should be palpable in the scrotal sac and feel firm and smooth and be of equal size on both sides of the scrotal sac.
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