During examination of the male client's external genitalia, a nurse observes a discharge from the urethra when compressing the glans. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Document the observation as the only action.
B. Ask the client to turn his head and cough.
C. Obtain a specimen for culture.
D. Test the cremasteric reflex.
C
Urethral discharge is not considered normal in a continent client and should be cultured.
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