Med Surg 2: The Reproductive and Genitourinary System Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Med Surg 2: The Reproductive and Genitourinary System Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is the most common symptom of a urinary tract infection in older adults? Confusion What should the nurse assess for after a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)? Blood in the urine (hematuria) What is the purpose of continuous bladder irrigation after TURP? To prevent clot formation What color should urine be during continuous bladder irrigation? Light pink What is a common complication of untreated urinary retention? Hydronephrosis 2 What lab value is monitored to assess kidney function in a client with urinary symptoms? Serum creatinine What does a high prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level potentially indicate? Prostate cancer What is an important teaching point for a client undergoing a prostate biopsy? Avoid sexual activity and strenuous activity for 24–48 hours What symptom should be reported immediately after a prostate biopsy? Heavy bleeding or fever What position should a female client be placed in for a pelvic exam? Lithotomy position What is the most common cause of pelvic inflammatory disease? Sexually transmitted infection (STI) 3 What symptom often occurs with endometriosis? Chronic pelvic pain What is a common early symptom of cervical cancer? Abnormal vaginal bleeding What is the best way to detect early cervical cancer? Pap smear What is the most common sign of testicular cancer? Painless testicular lump When should testicular self-exams be performed? Monthly after a warm shower What should a nurse do first if a post-op hysterectomy patient has saturated a pad in one hour? Notify the healthcare provider 4 What should a nurse monitor for in a patient receiving peritoneal dialysis? Signs of infection at the catheter site What finding suggests peritonitis during peritoneal dialysis? Cloudy dialysate return