A nurse is assessing a client's fingers. The client complains of a swollen, painful knuckle and not being able to remove a ring from that finger. The nurse recognizes which of the following is the correct term for the affected joint.

Interphalangeal

Tibiotalar

Metacarpophalangeal

Tarsometatarsal

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Interphalangeal joints are the joints between the phalanges, since the client is unable to remove a ring, the most likely affected joint is the interphalangeal joint.
B.   The Tibiotalar joint is the ankle joint.
C.   Metacarpophalangeal joint refers to the joint between the metacarpal bones in the upper limbs and the phalanges.
D.   Tarsometatarsal joints are the joints between the tarsal bones of the foot and metatarsal bones.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Asymmetry of the scrotum is often normal; one side may hang lower than the other without indicating pathology.
B. Marked tenderness on palpation could suggest inflammation or infection but doesn’t necessarily indicate abnormality in all cases.
C. Easy sliding of scrotal contents is a normal finding; the testes should move easily within the scrotum.
D. The presence of small, firm, non-tender, yellowish nodules could indicate an abnormal finding such as sebaceous cysts or other nodules that may require further evaluation.

A. Cowper gland B. Prostate gland C. Bulbourethral gland D. Median sulcus

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. The Cowper gland, also known as the bulbourethral gland, secretes a thin, milky alkaline fluid that neutralizes acidity in the urethra and enhances sperm viability.
B. The prostate gland secretes a milky, slightly acidic fluid that nourishes and protects sperm, contributing to semen volume.
C. The bulbourethral gland (Cowper gland) is responsible for producing the thin, alkaline fluid that neutralizes the urethra and enhances sperm viability.
D. The median sulcus refers to a groove or depression on the surface of an organ and is not associated with secretion in the reproductive system.

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A nurse is assessing a client's fingers. The client complains of a swollen, painful knuckle and not being able to remove a ring from that finger. The nurse recognizes which of the following is the correct term for the affected joint.

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