Author Question: What is the function of the scrotum? 1. Produce testosterone, the primary male sex hormone 2. ... (Read 44 times)

vicotolentino · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

What is the function of the scrotum?

1. Produce testosterone, the primary male sex hormone
2. Deposit sperm in the female vagina during sexual intercourse so that fertilization of the ovum can occur
3. Provide a reservoir where spermatozoa can survive for a long period
4. Protect the testes and the sperm by maintaining a temperature lower than that of the body

Question 2

A mother and her newborn are being discharged 2 days after delivery.

The general discharge instructions provided by the nurse include which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Always place the infant in a supine position in the crib.
2. Support the infant's head when carrying for the first week or two.
3. Do not allow the baby to fall asleep in someone's arms.
4. Cover the cord stump with a bandage.
5. Use a bulb syringe to suction mucus from the infant's nostrils as necessary.

SamMuagrove · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4
Explanation: 4. The function of the scrotum is to protect the testes and the sperm by maintaining a temperature lower than that of the body.

Answer to Question 2

1, 5
Explanation: 1. The newborn should be placed on his or her back (supine) for sleeping.
5. During the first few days of life, the newborn has increased mucus, and gentle suctioning with a bulb syringe may be indicated.