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BPH Case Study Questions with
Detailed Verified Answers
Question:Which additional manifestations would the nurse expect in clients
with BPH?
Ans: Hesitancy when starting the urine stream
Decrease in size and force of the urine stream
Frequent urination, including nocturia
Question: Which assessment finding would indicate Mr. Hamilton is
experiencing urinary retention?
Ans: Dullness heard on percussion below the umbilicus
Question: How should the nurse respond?
Ans: Decreasing fluid intake may increase your risk of developing a urinary
tract infection.
Question: What explanation should the nurse provide?
Ans: If your prostate gland is blocking the flow of urine, you may have some
degree of kidney damage that can be detected with these tests.
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Question: How should the nurse respond?
Ans: I realize that this report is causing you concern. PSA levels can be
elevated with gland enlargement, as well as cancer, so more tests are needed.
Question: What information should be included when teaching Mr. Hamilton
about tamsulosin (Flomax)?
Ans: Change positions slowly, such as when standing up.
Question: What does Mr. Hamilton need to know about taking finasteride
Proscar?
Ans: Liver function tests need to be monitored frequently.
Most clients see significant change in BPH symptoms in 4 months.
The medication should not be handled by women or children.
Clients can experience breast tenderness and nipple discharge.
Question: Which catheter should the nurse select to perform the procedure?
Ans: 12 French straight catheter
Question: Which instruction should the nurse provide to Mr. Hamilton before
starting the procedure?
BPH Case Study Questions with
Detailed Verified Answers
Question:Which additional manifestations would the nurse expect in clients
with BPH?
Ans: Hesitancy when starting the urine stream
Decrease in size and force of the urine stream
Frequent urination, including nocturia
Question: Which assessment finding would indicate Mr. Hamilton is
experiencing urinary retention?
Ans: Dullness heard on percussion below the umbilicus
Question: How should the nurse respond?
Ans: Decreasing fluid intake may increase your risk of developing a urinary
tract infection.
Question: What explanation should the nurse provide?
Ans: If your prostate gland is blocking the flow of urine, you may have some
degree of kidney damage that can be detected with these tests.
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Question: How should the nurse respond?
Ans: I realize that this report is causing you concern. PSA levels can be
elevated with gland enlargement, as well as cancer, so more tests are needed.
Question: What information should be included when teaching Mr. Hamilton
about tamsulosin (Flomax)?
Ans: Change positions slowly, such as when standing up.
Question: What does Mr. Hamilton need to know about taking finasteride
Proscar?
Ans: Liver function tests need to be monitored frequently.
Most clients see significant change in BPH symptoms in 4 months.
The medication should not be handled by women or children.
Clients can experience breast tenderness and nipple discharge.
Question: Which catheter should the nurse select to perform the procedure?
Ans: 12 French straight catheter
Question: Which instruction should the nurse provide to Mr. Hamilton before
starting the procedure?
