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 that which of the following is the correct term for the affected joint?
Interphalangeal
Tibiotalar
Metacarpophalangeal
Tarsometatarsal
The Correct Answer is A
Choice A rationale: The affected joint described is an interphalangeal joint. Interphalangeal joints are found between the phalanges (fingers and toes).
Choice B rationale: Tibiotalar joints are found in the ankle, not the fingers.
Choice C rationale: Metacarpophalangeal joints are found between the metacarpal bones and the phalanges in the hand.
Choice D rationale: Tarsometatarsal joints are found in the foot, not the fingers.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Choice A rationale: The Cowper gland and bulbourethral gland refer to the same structure. This gland is responsible for the secretion described.
Choice B rationale: The prostate gland produces a thin, milky alkaline fluid that helps to neutralize the acidity of the vagina and nourish the sperm.
Choice C rationale: The bulbourethral gland (Cowper's gland) secretes a thin, clear mucus-like fluid that helps neutralize acidic urine remnants in the urethra and enhances the viability of sperm during ejaculation.
Choice D rationale: The median sulcus is a groove on the external surface of the penis and is not involved in the secretion of fluids related to sperm viability.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Choice A rationale: A normal capillary refill time is less than 3 seconds, which indicates adequate blood flow and oxygenation.
Choice B rationale: Radial pulses 2+ with regular rate and rhythm bilaterally are expected findings in a peripheral vascular assessment, indicating normal blood flow to the extremities.
Choice C rationale: Pale and cool feet may indicate decreased blood flow and are not expected findings.
Choice D rationale: Ankle edema may indicate venous insufficiency or other circulatory issues, and it is not an expected finding in a healthy peripheral vascular assessment.
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