When performing a physical assessment of the male reproductive system, it is important for the nurse to determine:
A)
when the client last had sexual intercourse.
B)
if client has any difficulty with urination.
C)
when the client last had a bowel movement.
D)
if the client has more than one sexual partner.
B
Explanation:
A)
Since the urinary and reproductive systems are closely linked, a problem in the reproductive system may produce urinary tract symptoms. Options A and C would not be pertinent to the exam. History of sexual partners is determined when assessing risk factors.
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Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
B)
Since the urinary and reproductive systems are closely linked, a problem in the reproductive system may produce urinary tract symptoms. Options A and C would not be pertinent to the exam. History of sexual partners is determined when assessing risk factors.
Analysis
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
C)
Since the urinary and reproductive systems are closely linked, a problem in the reproductive system may produce urinary tract symptoms. Options A and C would not be pertinent to the exam. History of sexual partners is determined when assessing risk factors.
Analysis
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
D)
Since the urinary and reproductive systems are closely linked, a problem in the reproductive system may produce urinary tract symptoms. Options A and C would not be pertinent to the exam. History of sexual partners is determined when assessing risk factors.
Analysis
Assessment
Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
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