Asked by Reginald Franklin on May 22, 2024
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What is a common assessment finding in a boy younger than 2 years old?
A) Inflamed and tender spermatic cord
B) Presence of a hernia in the scrotum
C) Penis that looks large in relation to the scrotum
D) Presence of a hydrocele, or fluid in the scrotum
Hydrocele
A condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the sac around a testicle, often leading to scrotal swelling.
Spermatic Cord
A bundle of fibers and tissues forming a cord-like structure that runs from the abdominal region to the testes, containing blood vessels, nerves, and the vas deferens.
Scrotum
A pouch of skin containing the testicles and acting as a climate control system for the testes, crucial for sperm production.
- Ascertain common health concerns and abnormalities relevant to male sexual organs.
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Learning Objectives
- Ascertain common health concerns and abnormalities relevant to male sexual organs.
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