Unit 11 - Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy fully solved 2023 already passed

Unit 11 - Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy fully solved 2023 already passedWhat is benign prostatic hypertrophy? - correct answer It is prostate enlargement as a function of age. It's a common occurrence in males particularly as age What is the reason for enlarged prostate a.k.a. benign prostatic hypertrophy? - correct answer The reason for this is that there is a bladder outlet instruction from a benign enlargement of prostate it slows down to urinary flow What are the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy? - correct answer -frequency urgency -nocturia -Burning on urination -diminished force and flow of urine -difficulty starting to flow of urine -sensation of incomplete bladder emptying which causes urinary retention -Post void dribbling -increased bladder pressure What do clients with benign prostatic hypertrophy need to avoid? - correct answer They need to avoid drugs that cause urinary retention, Especially anti cholinergic's, antihistamines, and decongestants What is a common drug that is likely to aggravate benign prostatic hypertrophy? - correct answer Atrovent and anti-cholinergic drug What are some complications of benign prostatic hypertrophy? - correct answer Obstruction can cause acute urinary retention resulting in -dilated ureters -hydronephrosis which can lead to kidney damage