A 58-year-old male client is seen for a routine health check. During the visit, the client reports plans to marry a younger woman in her 20s. The client voices concern about the need to worry at this stage of life about contraceptives
The nurse plans to teach which of the following to the client? 1. "It is still possible at this time of life to father a child.".
2. "After age 50, you are considered virtually infertile.".
3. "You will only need to be concerned about fertility for another few years.".
4. "You should have a vasectomy to avoid fathering a child.".
1. "It is still possible at this time of life to father a child.".
Rationale:
A man continues to produce sperm throughout his life. There are reductions in the level of sperm produced with aging, but it is still theoretically possible for fatherhood to take place. Discussion about a vasectomy is premature at this stage. A vasectomy may not be the best option for this client.
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