The nurse suspects that a patient has developed a perineal ...

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The nurse suspects that a patient has developed a perineal hematoma. What assessment findings would the nurse have detected to lead to this conclusion?
 
  1. Facial petechiae
  2. Large, soft hemorrhoids
  3. Tense tissues with severe pain
  4. Elevated temperature

Question 2

The nurse explains the functions of the male reproductive organs to a client. Which correct functions will the nurse include? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Ejaculatory ducts move semen and seminal fluid.
  2. The adrenal gland is the major source of testosterone.
  3. The vas deferens ends before reaching the prostate gland.
  4. Sertoli's cells nourish spermatozoa.
  5. The testes house seminiferous tubules.

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Facial petechiae do not indicate perineal hematoma.
Rationale 2: Large, soft hemorrhoids are not indicative of perineal hematoma.
Rationale 3: Tenseness of tissues that overlie the hematoma is characteristic of perineal hematomas.
Rationale 4: An elevated temperature can be due to a variety of reasons, such as dehydration or mastitis.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. Ejaculatory ducts provide a passageway for semen and seminal fluid into the urethra.
5. The testes house seminiferous tubules and the gonads.