Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Male newborn, genitalia assessmentThe nurse is inspecting a male newborn's genitalia. Which action should the nurse avoid when conducting this assessment?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Retracting the foreskin over the glans should be avoided as it can cause pain, bleeding, and infection in the newborn. The foreskin is usually adhered to the glans and should not be forcibly retracted.