During inspection of a 60-year-old client, the nurse observes dimpling of the nipple and skin surrounding the breast when the client raises their arms overhead. What is the nurse’s priority interpretation of this finding?

The nurse is assessing the genitalia and rectum of a 71-year-old client. When assessing the client’s vagina, the nurse should know that age-related changes increase the client’s risk of what abnormal finding?

The nurse is assessing the genitalia of an older adult male client. Which findings should the nurse recognize a normal expected age-related change? Select all that apply.

During the physical exam, the nurse notes a very tender and painful, reddened, hot, and swollen metatarsophalangeal joint of the client’s great toe. What would the nurse suspect?

A nurse is collecting health history data from a 58-year-old client. Which finding increases the client’s risk for colorectal cancer?

A nurse is explaining the prostate portion of the examination to a client. Which statement by the nurse is accurate?

During scrotal palpation, the nurse identifies a swelling and extreme tenderness. Which is the most appropriate action the nurse should take next?

A nurse is performing a routine assessment of the penis in an adult client. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

Inspection of a client’s knee reveals swelling, and the nurse suspects that there is significant fluid in the knee. What test would the nurse perform to confirm the suspicion?

A nurse is preparing a presentation about cervical cancer and prevention. Which of the following would the nurse address as a possible risk factor?