A middle-aged athlete was diagnosed with a hydrocele several months ago but now requires treatment because of the increasing size of the mass. The nurse who is working with this patient should anticipate what aspect of care?
A) Administering IV antibiotics
B) Assessing the patient's scrotal incision
C) Administering chemotherapy
D) Teaching the patient to use a leg collection bag for urine output
Question 2
A 28-year-old man has received a diagnosis of testicular cancer after a referral from his family health care provider and an extensive diagnostic workup. The patient's main concerns surround his sexuality and his future fertility.
When the nurse addresses these topics during health education prior to radiation therapy, the nurse should inform the patient that:
A) Successful treatment will usually result in infertility.
B) He will be able to father children but will have a diminished sex drive.
C) His sperm will be lower in number and unviable.
D) His libido will not be significantly affected by treatment.
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