When examining a small child, in which position should he be placed to help push the testicles into the scrotum?
a. Supine
b. Tailor
c. Standing
d. Prone
B
When the child is old enough to sit cooperatively, ask him to sit in a tailor position with legs crossed for the testicular examination. Placing a small child in the other positions will not help.
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A) Speak as loudly as possible. B) Ask the patient if she understands after each sentence. C) Face the patient directly. D) Eliminate as much background noise as possible. E) Speak clearly and not too quickly.
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A) True B) False
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a. Discrimination practices b. Health disparities c. Racial inequality d. Workforce diversity