The nurse is teaching a male client who is curious about the functioning of the male reproductive tract. The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the client states:

1. "My prostate gland stores my sperm."
2. "The function of seminal fluid is to nourish my sperm."
3. "My hormones are formed in the prostate gland."
4. "Erection occurs as a result of stimulation of the central nervous system."


Answer: 2

1. Sperm is stored in the epididymis after production.
2. The function of seminal fluid is to nourish the sperm.
3. The majority of male hormones are produced by the testes, with a small amount being produced by the adrenal glands.
4. Erection occurs when a reflex triggers the parasympathetic nervous system.

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