The nurse is preparing to examine a male client's reproductive organs. Which of the following steps should the nurse do in preparation for this examination? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Secure a private examination room.
2. Use clean hands for the examination.
3. Ask the client to lie down on the exam table.
4. Ask the client to empty his bladder.
5. Make sure the room's temperature is cool and comfortable.
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Secure a private examination room. A private room is indicated to perform a physical examination.
Rationale 2: Use clean hands for the examination. The examiner must have clean hands to perform the exam. This will reduce the transmission of infections.
Rationale 3: Ask the client to lie down flat on the exam table. The examination may be performed with the client sitting or standing. The client does not need to lie flat.
Rationale 4: Ask the client to empty his bladder. Emptying the bladder will reduce discomfort during palpation portions of the exam. In addition, a full bladder may impede the examination.
Rationale 5: Make sure the room's temperature is cool and comfortable. The examination room must be comfortable for the client.
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