Author Question: A male client has a prostate specific antigen level of 22 nanograms. The nurse realizes that this ... (Read 124 times)

rmenurse · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A male client has a prostate specific antigen level of 22 nanograms. The nurse realizes that this client will most likely be scheduled for a(n):

1. bone scan
2. CT scan
3. testicular biopsy
4. duplex ultrasonography

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with a spermatocele. The nurse should instruct the client on which of the following?

1. The use of heat to reduce the size of the inflamed area
2. The potential need for surgery to correct the disorder
3. The use of ice packs to reduce the size of the inflamed area
4. The importance of using antibiotics to treat the disorder

joshbk44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1
In clients with PSA levels of 20 nanograms and higher, a radionuclide bone scan is done to rule out metastasis. A CT scan detects enlarged lymph nodes, but it does not provide clear pictures of intraprostatic features. A testicular biopsy is not needed with an elevated prostate-specific antigen level. A duplex ultrasonography is used to diagnose marked arterial insufficiency as a cause of erectile dysfunction.

Answer to Question 2

2
Spermatoceles may become significantly uncomfortable and require treatment. Surgical correction may be done if infertility is associated with the spermatocele. Surgical removal of the spermatocele is performed under local anesthesia. Heat, ice, and antibiotics are not the first line treatments for the disorder.