A male client comes into the emergency department experiencing a painful prolonged erection.What term should the nurse use to document this patient's problem?

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Priapism is a painful erection that lasts too long.D.Peyronie's disease often gives the penis a curved or crooked look when it is erect.D.Paraphimosis occurs when the uncircumcised foreskin is pulled back,during intercourse or bathing,and not immediately replaced in a forward position.This causes constriction of the dorsal veins,which leads to edema and pain.A.Orchitis is a rare inflammation or infection of the testes.

A Male Client Comes into the Emergency Department Experiencing a Painful