Asked by Farhan Sheikh on May 14, 2024
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While palpating the prostate gland through the rectum, which finding would the nurse recognize as abnormal?
A) Heart shaped
B) Palpable central groove
C) Tenderness to palpation
D) Elastic and rubbery consistency
Tenderness
A pain or discomfort when an area is touched or pressed, often indicative of injury or some form of underlying condition.
Palpable Central Groove
A noticeable indentation or channel in the center of a structure or organ that can be felt upon examination.
- Recognize the features of typical and atypical prostate gland observations.
Verified Answer
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Raeann CavazosMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The normal prostate gland should feel smooth, elastic, and rubbery; slightly movable; heart-shaped with a palpable central groove; and not be tender to palpation.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the features of typical and atypical prostate gland observations.