A male client is diagnosed as being infertile. The nurse realizes which of the following structures of the client's reproductive system is affected?
1. Epididymis
2. Rete testes
3. Seminal vesicles
4. Seminiferous tubules
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The seminiferous tubules produce spermatozoa. The rete testes and epididymis store sperm. The seminal vesicles secrete a fluid for the health and nutrition of sperm.
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A) Orally B) Subcutaneously C) Topically D) Intramuscularly E) Intravenously
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a. Rheumatoid arthritis b. Migraine headache c. Hepatic cirrhosis d. Osteoporosis
A home care patient with chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) has oral candidiasis. What additional information should you obtain from this patient? a. "How often are you using your steroid inhaler?" b. "Do you share a toothbrush with any members of your family?" c. "When was the last time your inhaler drug prescriptions were filled?" d. "Have you taken any over-the-counter drugs for a cold or flu lately?"
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A) carbohydrates B) proteins C) water D) lipids