The 65-year-old male who, although he is having painful symptoms ...

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The 65-year-old male who, although he is having painful symptoms related to a benign enlargement of the prostate, refuses to consider a prostatectomy because he fears that the surgery will make him impotent. The nurse reassures him that:
 
  a. a prostatectomy will enhance sexual function.
  b. new techniques for a prostatectomy do not damage nerves.
  c. the prostate has nothing to do with erection or seminal fluid production.
  d. impotence following a prostatectomy is entirely psychological.

Question 2

The nurse is aware many women have abandoned hormone replacement therapy (HRT) because of the risk of ___________________ ______. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. stroke.
  b. myocardial infarction.
  c. liver disorders.
  d. cancer.
  e. bone demineralization.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D

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