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The Nurse Is Bathing an Elderly Male Patient Who Has

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The nurse is bathing an elderly male patient who has never been circumcised. What is proper care of the uncircumcised penis?


A) Retract the foreskin, wash with soap and water, and leave the foreskin retracted to prevent collection of debris.
B) Do not retract the foreskin; leave it in its natural position at all times.
C) Retract the foreskin, wash with soap and water, and replace the foreskin to its original position.
D) Use alcohol and a cotton swab to clean gently underneath the foreskin.

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