When assessing a client with erectile dysfunction, on which body ...

[joesmith1212]

When assessing a client with erectile dysfunction, on which body systems would the nurse focus?
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply.
  1. Endocrine
  2. Respiratory
  3. Cardiovascular
  4. Nervous
  5. Renal

Question 2

Which laboratory value would concern the nurse who is caring for an adult client taking testosterone for an androgen deficiency?
 
  1. Elevated sperm count
  2. Increased serum calcium
  3. Increased serum potassium
  4. Elevated liver function tests

[meow1234]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,3,4
Rationale 1: The endocrine system could be involved in the client's erectile dysfunction.
Rationale 2: The respiratory system is not generally involved in erectile dysfunction.
Rationale 3: The cardiovascular system could be involved in the client's erectile dysfunction.
Rationale 4: The nervous system could be involved in the client's erectile dysfunction.
Rationale 5: The renal system is not generally involved in erectile dysfunction.
Global Rationale: Dysfunction in the endocrine, cardiovascular, or nervous systems may be present with erectile dysfunction. Respiratory and renal system disturbances are not generally involved.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: An elevated sperm count would show therapeutic effect.
Rationale 2: Testosterone therapy does not impact serum calcium levels.
Rationale 3: Testosterone therapy does not impact serum potassium levels.
Rationale 4: Testosterone can cause severe hepatotoxicity and result in permanent liver damage if untreated. Elevated liver function tests should be reported to the health care provider immediately.
Global Rationale: Testosterone can cause severe hepatotoxicity and result in permanent liver damage if untreated. Elevated liver function tests should be reported to the health care provider immediately. Serum calcium and potassium levels are not affected. Elevation of sperm count is an expected effect.