Author Question: The client is very anxious before his prostatectomy. He asks the nurse how his semen will be ... (Read 28 times)

CQXA · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The client is very anxious before his prostatectomy. He asks the nurse how his semen will be affected with the removal of the prostate gland. The nurse explains that the function of prostate fluid is to:

a. Nourish and protect the spermatozoa.
b. Provide lubrication during sexual intercourse.
c. Transport spermatozoa from the seminiferous tubules to the epididymis.
d. Enhance sperm motility by neutralizing the acidity of the vas deferens and the vagina.

Question 2

The effects of testosterone include:

a. Increased production of white blood cells
b. Development of male secondary sex characteristics
c. Lengthening and thinning of muscles and growth of bones
d. Stimulation of androgen production by Leydig's cells

jrpg123456 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The acidity of the vas deferens and the vagina interferes with sperm motility. Because prostate fluid is alkaline, it alters the pH of the vas deferens and the vagina to create an environment that enhances sperm motility and life span.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Testosterone promotes the development of male reproductive organs and secondary sex characteristics. It causes bones and muscles to become longer and thicker (not thinner). Luteinizing hormone causes Leydig's cells in the testes to release androgens, including testosterone.