A patient who was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer comes to the clinic with his wife. She says, My husband said he has a stage I tumor. Can you explain what this means? What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
1. Stage I means the cancer involves only the prostate, and surgery and radiation treatments are usually needed.
2. Staging involves a definition of the type of tumor and the treatment plan.
3. Did your husband tell you he had a stage I tumor?
4. Let's wait until the doctor comes, and you can talk with him.
Question 2
The nurse is reviewing a patient's medical record. Which manifestation should the nurse use to confirm a diagnosis of prostatodynia?
1. negative urine culture
2. denies history of STIs
3. patient experiencing lower back pain
4. fever is absent
The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
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