The nurse is interviewing a male client with an elevated prostate ...

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The nurse is interviewing a male client with an elevated prostate specific antigen level (PSA). In order to determine other risk factors for this client, which questions are appropriate for the nurse to include in the assessment process? Select all that a
 
  1. Do you have a positive family history for prostate cancer?
  2. Do you masturbate?
  3. How frequently do you have sexual intercourse?
  4. Do you smoke?
  5. Do you have a history of urinary tract infections?

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a presentation on testicular cancer and wishes to target the age group most frequently affected. Which settings would provide the nurse with audiences at an increased risk for this disease process? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Elementary schools.
  2. Colleges.
  3. Cub Scout groups.
  4. High schools.
  5. Senior assisted living facilities.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 4
Familial links are noted for the development of prostate cancer. Smoking is also identified as a risk for the development of prostate cancer. Masturbation, the frequency of sexual intercourse, and the incidence of urinary tract infections is not associated with the development of prostate cancer.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2, 4
Testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer in males between the ages of 20 and 34. Self-examinations should begin in adolescence and continue throughout adulthood. Populations of the target subjects would be available in colleges and high schools. Elementary school students are too young for this level of education. The educational process should begin before a male reaches advanced age.

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