Question

the nurse is assessing a client with epididymitis. the nurse anticipates which findings on physical examination? answer options: 1. fever, diarrhea, groin pain, and ecchymosis 2. nausea, painful scrotal edema, and ecchymosis 3. fever, nausea, vomiting, and painful scrotal edema 4. diarrhea, groin pain, testicular torsion, and scrotal edema

Explanation:

Epididymitis is an inflammation of the epididymis. Common symptoms include pain in the scrotum (which can cause painful scrotal edema), nausea, and ecchymosis may occur due to inflammation - related changes in blood vessels. Fever is not a typical presenting symptom in the early - stage physical examination findings for uncomplicated epididymitis, and diarrhea and testicular torsion are not directly associated with epididymitis.

Answer:

1. Nausea, painful scrotal edema, and ecchymosis