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nevelica

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which characteristic of the prostate gland would the nurse recognize as an abnormal finding while palpating the prostate gland through the rectum?
 
  a. Palpable central groove
  b. Tenderness to palpation
  c. Heart shaped
  d. Elastic and rubbery consistency

Question 2

During a discussion for a men's health group, the nurse relates that the group with the highest incidence of prostate cancer is:
 
  a. Asian Americans.
  b. Blacks.
  c. American Indians.
  d. Hispanics.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The normal prostate gland should feel smooth, elastic, and rubbery; slightly movable; heart-shaped with a palpable central groove; and not be tender to palpation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
According to the American Cancer Society (2010), black men have a higher rate of prostate cancer than other racial groups.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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