During the well-child assessment on a toddler-age male client, the nurse notes that the testes are not descended. Based on this data, which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. Report the finding to the healthcare provider.
2. Ask the parent if the child has had any surgeries.
3. Proceed with palpation of the scrotum.
4. Inquire about the child's voiding patterns.
Correct Answer: 1
Undescended testes, or cryptochidism, is common in preterm infants, but should resolve spontaneously by one year of age. If unresolved, the condition can lead to infertility in the male and put him at greater risk for testicular cancer. This abnormal finding should be reported to the healthcare provider. Previous surgeries and voiding patterns are not relevant to this situation, and palpation will not be possible.
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