The nurse is interviewing a male client who states "I feel like I have a bag of worms in my scrotum." Based on this data, which condition does the nurse suspect?
1. Orchitis.
2. Varicocele.
3. Epididymitis.
4. Inguinal Hernia.
Correct Answer: 2
A varicocele is a distention of the spermatic cord and often is described as "a bag of worms." Swelling or inflammation of the testicles is referred to as orchitis. Epididymitis is an inflammatory condition of the epididymis. An inguinal hernia feels like a bulge or mass upon palpation of the inguinal canal, which indicates a protrusion of the intestine into the groin region.
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