The nurse is instructing a male patient on how to do a testicular ...

[CQXA]

The nurse is instructing a male patient on how to do a testicular self-examination. Which of the following would not be included in these instructions?
 
  a. perform the exam lying down c. roll the testicle be-tween thumb and finger
  b. examine each testicle with both hands d. palpate the epididy-mis

Question 2

Which of the following areas would require special attention if a surgical patient is being discharged with pain medication?
 
  a. Nutrition c. Wound care
  b. Activity and rest d. Elimination

[joshbk44]

Answer to Question 1

A
Instructions on how to do a testicular self-exam include standing in front of a mirror, checking for scrotal swelling, examining each testicle with both hands, rolling the testicle between the thumb and fingers, and palpating the epididymis.

Answer to Question 2

D
The patient should be aware that pain medications and postoperative inactivity may predispose them to constipation. The patient should be guided by presurgical elimination patterns in deciding whether constipation is a problem.

[CQXA]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[bigsis44]

Excellent