The nurse should expect the adult male testicle to have which of the following characteristics when palpated?

A) 2 cm by 4 cm,texture rubbery and smooth
B) 1 cm by 3 cm,texture soft with smooth curvature
C) 2 cm by 2 cm,texture soft with an uneven but smooth shape
D) 2 cm by 4 cm,may be asymmetrical in shape if the examination area is cold

Testicle Palpation

A medical examination technique where a healthcare provider manually examines the testicles for any irregularities, lumps, or changes in size or shape.

Texture Rubbery

Describes the physical consistency of an object or surface that is flexible, resilient, and similar to the feel of rubber.

Asymmetrical Shape

A shape that does not have both halves exactly the same when divided by a common axis, showing a lack of symmetry.