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Tazate · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client presents to the urologist with complaints of getting up to urinate several times a night and difficulty starting a stream of urine.

After medical testing is completed, a diagnosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is made. After conducting teaching regarding BPH, which statement by the client indicates the need for further education?
A) Alpha blockers can be used to control my symptoms.
B) I know I will get cancer of the prostate because of this.
C) As my condition progresses, I may need to consider surgical management.
D) There are nonsurgical treatment options available.

Question 2

An older adult African-American client with a history of celiac disease presents with abdominal cramps, pain, and diarrhea.

The client denies the use alcohol, but states, my favorite foods are steak, cheese, and ice cream. Based on this data, which condition does the nurse suspect?
A) Acute pancreatitis
B) Appendicitis
C) Lactase deficiency
D) Food poisoning

meltdown117 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

BPH is benign condition that does not necessarily progress to cancer. It is caused by an increase in size of the prostate gland and is seen in older males. Alpha blockers will help control the symptoms. There are nonsurgical treatments available, such as medication to shrink the gland along with surgical management, such as resection.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C

The most common risk factor for pancreatitis is alcohol abuse. Appendicitis usually involves loss of appetite and nausea and/or vomiting soon after abdominal pain begins. Lactose intolerance is more common in Native Americans, Asians, Hispanics, and African-Americans and in those with a history of celiac disease. Food poisoning generally causes some nausea and vomiting.