Question

A young adult male has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Which of these statements by this client would need to be explored by the nurse to clarify information?

A) This surgical procedure involves removing one or both testicles through a cut in the groin. My lymph nodes in my lower belly also may be removed.
B) I have a good chance to regain my fertility later. However if I am concerned, I can have my sperm frozen and preserved (cryopreserved) before chemotherapy.
C) If I have cancer at stage 3 it means I have less involvement of the cancer.
D) After the surgical removal of a testicle, I can have an artificial testicle (prosthesis) placed inside my scrotum. This artificial implant has the weight and feel of a normal testicle.

Answer 1

The statement that needs to be explored by the nurse is about the surgical procedure of removing one or both testicles and the possible removal of lymph nodes.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement that needs to be explored by the nurse to clarify information is:

A) This surgical procedure involves removing one or both testicles through a cut in the groin. My lymph nodes in my lower belly also may be removed.

While the surgical procedure for testicular cancer may involve removing one or both testicles, lymph node removal is not always necessary. It depends on the extent and spread of the cancer. Exploring this statement will help the nurse provide accurate information and address any concerns or misconceptions the client may have.