In palpating the scrotum, the nurse documents which finding as normal?

a. The epididymides are round, solid nodular masses.
b. The scrotal surface is deeply pigmented and hairless with a rugous surface.
c. The scrotal skin is a lighter color than the body skin.
d. The vas deferens is palpable bilaterally.


ANS: B

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The nurse is teaching a nutrition class at the local high school. The subject for today is "Dietary Supplements and Caloric Intake

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