A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of adolescent male clients about testicular examinations. Which of the following statements by a client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. Inspect the preschooler's tonsils for edema.: While tonsil inspection might be part of a general assessment, in a child with suspected epiglottitis, inspecting the throat should be avoided as it can trigger airway obstruction or cause further distress.

B. Collect a sputum sample.: Sputum collection is not typically indicated for epiglottitis diagnosis. A rapid diagnosis is essential to ensure timely intervention, and sputum samples are not a key diagnostic tool for this condition.

C. Determine the preschooler's oxygen saturation level.: Epiglottitis can lead to significant airway obstruction, so monitoring the oxygen saturation level is critical to assess for hypoxia and ensure adequate oxygenation. Early intervention may be required to maintain the child's airway.

D. Obtain a specimen for throat culture.: A throat culture should not be obtained in suspected epiglottitis, as manipulating the throat could cause complete airway obstruction. Immediate intervention to secure the airway is the priority.

A. "I should perform a self-examination of my testicles weekly" is not recommended. Testicular self-exams should be done monthly, not weekly, as this frequency is enough to notice any changes or abnormalities.

B. "I should bear down when cupping my testes while I'm checking for abnormalities" is incorrect. There is no need to bear down during the self-examination. The testicles should be examined gently and without exerting pressure, as bearing down can make the examination uncomfortable.

C. "I should apply gentle pressure with my thumb and forefinger when examining my testes" is the correct statement. The testicular self-exam should be done gently, with light pressure to feel for any lumps or abnormalities.

D. "I should expect one testicle to be larger than the other" is a common misconception. It is normal for one testicle to be slightly larger than the other, but this should be checked regularly to ensure there are no significant changes or signs of concern.