The nurse is performing a physical assessment of the client's mandible and temporal bone. The nurse recognizes that the articulation of the mandible and the temporal bone is called?

Condyle of the mandible

Zygomatic arch of the temporal bone

Temporomandibular joint

Intervertebral foramen

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A.   The condyle of the mandible is the rounded protuberance at the end of the mandible bone but doesn't refer to the joint.
B.   The zygomatic arch of the temporal bone is part of the skull structure and not directly associated with the mandibular joint.
C.   The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint where the mandible articulates with the temporal bone of the skull, allowing for jaw movement and chewing.
D.   The intervertebral foramen is a space between vertebrae through which spinal nerves exit the spinal cord.

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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.

A. Capillary refill <5 seconds. B. Radial pulses 2+ with regular rate and rhythm bilaterally. C. Feet pale and cool to the touch. D. Right ankle 1+ edema with no perceptible swelling of the leg.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. A capillary refill of less than 5 seconds is considered normal.
B. Radial pulses 2+ with regular rate and rhythm bilaterally indicate good peripheral circulation.
C. Feet that are pale and cool to the touch could indicate decreased perfusion or vascular compromise.
D. Right ankle 1+ edema may suggest some fluid retention but no perceptible swelling of the leg indicates relatively normal findings in that area.

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