Question 1

You roll a cotton swab saturated with a patient's penile discharge over a Thayer-Martin plate for a culture in what type of pattern?

Accepted Answer

A)  in a circular pattern from the center of the plate outward 
B)  from side to side to cover as much of the surface as possible 
C)  C pattern 
D)  Z pattern 
A)  in a circular pattern from the center of the plate outward 
B)  from side to side to cover as much of the surface as possible 
C)  C pattern 
D)  Z pattern D

Question 2

Sperm production occurs at approximately age ____________________.

Accepted Answer

13
thirteen
Explanation:The testes prepare for sperm production at approximately 13 years of age.

Question 3

The recommended procedure for palpating the testicle is to

Accepted Answer

A)  firmly palpate using the entire palmar surface of one hand. 
B)  gently palpate using the thumb and first two fingers of one hand. 
C)  firmly palpate using the first two fingers of each hand. 
D)  gently palpate using the fingers of both hands. 
A)  firmly palpate using the entire palmar surface of one hand. 
B)  gently palpate using the thumb and first two fingers of one hand. 
C)  firmly palpate using the first two fingers of each hand. 
D)  gently palpate using the fingers of both hands. B

Question 4

The enlargement of the scrotum that occurs with a hydrocele is the result of

Accepted Answer

A)  blocked ductules resulting in sperm-filled cysts. 
B)  dilated veins of the spermatic cord. 
C)  accumulation of fluid between the layers of the tunica vaginalis. 
D)  edema caused by an inguinal hernia. 
A)  blocked ductules resulting in sperm-filled cysts. 
B)  dilated veins of the spermatic cord. 
C)  accumulation of fluid between the layers of the tunica vaginalis. 
D)  edema caused by an inguinal hernia.

Question 5

The nurse would teach a 21-year-old patient,that the best time to perform a testicular self- examination is

Accepted Answer

A)  early in the morning when relaxed. 
B)  after ejaculation, when semen levels are depleted. 
C)  after a warm shower when the hands and scrotum are warm. 
D)  before exercising so that blood vessels are not enlarged. 
A)  early in the morning when relaxed. 
B)  after ejaculation, when semen levels are depleted. 
C)  after a warm shower when the hands and scrotum are warm. 
D)  before exercising so that blood vessels are not enlarged.

Question 6

Which of the following is a function of the seminal vesicles?

Accepted Answer

A)  secreting an alkaline substance that protects sperm 
B)  secreting fluid that helps provide a source of energy for sperm metabolism 
C)  secreting the male hormone testosterone 
D)  providing lubrication at the end of the penis during sexual intercourse 
A)  secreting an alkaline substance that protects sperm 
B)  secreting fluid that helps provide a source of energy for sperm metabolism 
C)  secreting the male hormone testosterone 
D)  providing lubrication at the end of the penis during sexual intercourse

Question 7

Which substance accelerates testosterone metabolism and,over time,can lead to increased levels of estrogens?

Accepted Answer

A)  alcohol 
B)  amphetamines 
C)  cocaine 
D)  tobacco 
A)  alcohol 
B)  amphetamines 
C)  cocaine 
D)  tobacco

Question 8

Structures that are assessed when palpating both sides of the scrotum include the testicle and

Accepted Answer

A)  epididymis and spermatic cord. 
B)  vas deferens and bulbourethral glands. 
C)  prostate gland and seminal vesicles. 
D)  urethral meatus. 
A)  epididymis and spermatic cord. 
B)  vas deferens and bulbourethral glands. 
C)  prostate gland and seminal vesicles. 
D)  urethral meatus.

Question 9

In light-skinned individuals,a scrotal mass with a bluish discoloration may be caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  accumulation of fluid in the testis. 
B)  blockage of the efferent ductules of the rete testis. 
C)  dilated veins in the pampiniform plexus of the spermatic cord. 
D)  oily, fatty matter secreted by the sebaceous glands. 
A)  accumulation of fluid in the testis. 
B)  blockage of the efferent ductules of the rete testis. 
C)  dilated veins in the pampiniform plexus of the spermatic cord. 
D)  oily, fatty matter secreted by the sebaceous glands.

Question 10

A red glow appears when your patient undergoes transillumination of his scrotum.Which of the following is most likely to cause this effect?

Accepted Answer

A)  inguinal hernia 
B)  hydrocele 
C)  normal testicle 
D)  tumor 
A)  inguinal hernia 
B)  hydrocele 
C)  normal testicle 
D)  tumor

Question 11

You observe two lesions on your patient's penis.One is a small papular lesion and the other is an ulcer with sharp margins.These are most likely

Accepted Answer

A)  chancres. 
B)  chancroids. 
C)  chordee. 
D)  tinea cruris lesions. 
A)  chancres. 
B)  chancroids. 
C)  chordee. 
D)  tinea cruris lesions.

Question 12

Which of the following can cause orchitis,an inflammation of the testis? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Atrophy 
B)  Mumps 
C)  Diabetes mellitus 
D)  Infectious mononucleosis 
E)  Coxsackievirus B
F) Varicella. 
A)  Atrophy 
B)  Mumps 
C)  Diabetes mellitus 
D)  Infectious mononucleosis 
E)  Coxsackievirus B
F) Varicella.

Question 13

Your patient complains of sudden onset of swelling and pain in his scrotum.Assessment reveals a swollen scrotum with reddened skin that is taut with pitting.These findings most likely indicate

Accepted Answer

A)  cryptorchidism. 
B)  epididymitis from gonorrhea. 
C)  orchitis caused by a bacterial infection. 
D)  scrotal edema from trauma with possible testicular rupture. 
A)  cryptorchidism. 
B)  epididymitis from gonorrhea. 
C)  orchitis caused by a bacterial infection. 
D)  scrotal edema from trauma with possible testicular rupture.

Question 14

Multiple piercings up the penile shaft is known as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prince Albert 
B)  frenum ladder 
C)  dydoe 
D)  ampallang 
A)  Prince Albert 
B)  frenum ladder 
C)  dydoe 
D)  ampallang

Question 15

Which patient would be at the highest risk for developing penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  30-year-old sexually active circumcised male with a history of HPV type 15 
B)  75-year-old sexually active circumcised male 
C)  40-year-old uncircumcised male who is not sexually active 
D)  55-year-old sexually active uncircumcised male 
A)  30-year-old sexually active circumcised male with a history of HPV type 15 
B)  75-year-old sexually active circumcised male 
C)  40-year-old uncircumcised male who is not sexually active 
D)  55-year-old sexually active uncircumcised male

Question 16

During the male sexual act,the penis becomes erect when blood fills the corpora cavernosa because of

Accepted Answer

A)  sympathetic nerve impulses. 
B)  increased levels of prostaglandins and testosterone. 
C)  flow of semen from the epididymis to the vas deferens. 
D)  dilation of arterioles and compression of veins. 
A)  sympathetic nerve impulses. 
B)  increased levels of prostaglandins and testosterone. 
C)  flow of semen from the epididymis to the vas deferens. 
D)  dilation of arterioles and compression of veins.

Question 17

Which statement best describes palpation of a varicocele?

Accepted Answer

A)  swollen, painful scrotum 
B)  large, smooth-walled mass 
C)  "bag of worms" mass 
D)  small, soft testis 
A)  swollen, painful scrotum 
B)  large, smooth-walled mass 
C)  "bag of worms" mass 
D)  small, soft testis

Question 18

To palpate for a hernia at the external inguinal ring,you should insert your right index finger into the patient's scrotal sac

Accepted Answer

A)  above the right testicle. 
B)  above the left testicle. 
C)  below the right testicle. 
D)  below the left testicle. 
A)  above the right testicle. 
B)  above the left testicle. 
C)  below the right testicle. 
D)  below the left testicle.

Question 19

Your 20-year-old patient states that he has noticed a bulging in his groin recently.Palpation reveals a painless mass at his left external inguinal ring that protrudes into the scrotum with straining.Bowel sounds are auscultated in the scrotum.This mass is most likely a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  direct inguinal hernia. 
B)  grossly enlarged inguinal lymph node. 
C)  femoral hernia. 
D)  indirect inguinal hernia. 
A)  direct inguinal hernia. 
B)  grossly enlarged inguinal lymph node. 
C)  femoral hernia. 
D)  indirect inguinal hernia.

Question 20

Which of the following are signs of testicular cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  hard, fixed, palpable nodule on the testicle 
B)  indurated, swollen, and tender testicle 
C)  soft, movable mass on the testicle 
D)  small testicle with scrotal edema 
A)  hard, fixed, palpable nodule on the testicle 
B)  indurated, swollen, and tender testicle 
C)  soft, movable mass on the testicle 
D)  small testicle with scrotal edema

Exam 22: Male Genitalia

You roll a cotton swab saturated with a patient's penile discharge over a Thayer-Martin plate for a culture in what type of pattern?

Sperm production occurs at approximately age ____________________.

The recommended procedure for palpating the testicle is to

The enlargement of the scrotum that occurs with a hydrocele is the result of

The nurse would teach a 21-year-old patient,that the best time to perform a testicular self- examination is

Which of the following is a function of the seminal vesicles?

Which substance accelerates testosterone metabolism and,over time,can lead to increased levels of estrogens?

Structures that are assessed when palpating both sides of the scrotum include the testicle and

In light-skinned individuals,a scrotal mass with a bluish discoloration may be caused by

A red glow appears when your patient undergoes transillumination of his scrotum.Which of the following is most likely to cause this effect?

You observe two lesions on your patient's penis.One is a small papular lesion and the other is an ulcer with sharp margins.These are most likely

Which of the following can cause orchitis,an inflammation of the testis? Select all that apply.

Your patient complains of sudden onset of swelling and pain in his scrotum.Assessment reveals a swollen scrotum with reddened skin that is taut with pitting.These findings most likely indicate

Multiple piercings up the penile shaft is known as which of the following?

Which patient would be at the highest risk for developing penile cancer?

During the male sexual act,the penis becomes erect when blood fills the corpora cavernosa because of

Which statement best describes palpation of a varicocele?

To palpate for a hernia at the external inguinal ring,you should insert your right index finger into the patient's scrotal sac

Your 20-year-old patient states that he has noticed a bulging in his groin recently.Palpation reveals a painless mass at his left external inguinal ring that protrudes into the scrotum with straining.Bowel sounds are auscultated in the scrotum.This mass is most likely a(n)

Which of the following are signs of testicular cancer?

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