A nurse recognizes a client has a testicular torsion based on:
a. A light red glow on transillumination of the scrotum.
b. Painless testicular edema.
c. Pulling sensation and dull ache of the scrotum.
d. Sudden onset of severe pain with edema of the scrotum.
ANS: D
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