All the following would most likely be seen in a client with gastric cancer except which clinical manifestation?

Choice A rationale

Testicular torsion is a condition in which the testicle rotates on the spermatic cord, which brings blood to the testicle from the abdomen. If the testicle rotates several times, blood flow to it can be entirely blocked, causing damage more quickly.

Choice B rationale

A spermatocele is a fluid-filled sac that develops in the epididymis, a small organ attached to the testicle that is involved in producing sperm. It does not involve an abnormal rotation of the testes on the spermatic cord.

Choice C rationale

A hydrocele is a type of scrotal swelling caused by fluid accumulating in the thin sheath surrounding a testicle. It does not involve an abnormal rotation of the testes on the spermatic cord.

Choice D rationale

A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins within the loose bag of skin that holds your testicles (scrotum). It does not involve an abnormal rotation of the testes on the spermatic cord.

Choice A rationale

Calcitonin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. Its primary function is to regulate calcium levels in the body, not blood glucose.

Choice B rationale

Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. It allows cells in the body to take in glucose and use it for energy. However, insulin actually lowers blood glucose levels rather than increasing them.

Choice C rationale

Glucagon is a hormone also produced by the pancreas. It works to raise blood glucose levels by stimulating the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose, which is then released into the bloodstream.

Choice D rationale

Parathyroid hormone is produced by the parathyroid glands. Its main role is to control calcium levels in the body, not to regulate blood glucose.