A mother is changing the diaper of her newborn son and notices that his scrotum appears large and swollen.The client is concerned.What is the best response from the nurse?

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Explaining what a hydrocele is and its characteristics is the most appropriate response by the nurse.The swelling usually decreases without intervention.Telling the mother that the condition is nothing important is inappropriate and does not address the mother's concern.Furthermore,if the nurse is unaware of any abnormal-appearing condition,then she should seek assistance from additional resources.Telling the mother that her newborn might have testicular cancer is inaccurate,inappropriate,and could cause the new mother undue worry.Urine will not back up into the scrotum if the infant has a hydrocele.Any nurse caring for the normal newborn should understand basic anatomy.

A Mother Is Changing the Diaper of Her Newborn Son