Question 1

The nurse is educating a patient about testicular self-examination.Which information is most important for the nurse to include?

Accepted Answer

A)  Report any lumps larger than a pea to the health care provider. 
B)  Perform weekly self-examinations on the same day of the week. 
C)  Perform self-examinations after bathing when scrotal skin is relaxed. 
D)  Pinch skin for at least 5 seconds. 
A)  Report any lumps larger than a pea to the health care provider. 
B)  Perform weekly self-examinations on the same day of the week. 
C)  Perform self-examinations after bathing when scrotal skin is relaxed. 
D)  Pinch skin for at least 5 seconds.

Question 2

The nurse is collecting data from a patient who has come to the ambulatory care clinic with complaints of erectile dysfunction.When reviewing the patient's health history,which finding(s)would provide support for this condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  History of iron deficiency anemia 
B)  History of treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) 
C)  History of medications to manage hypertension 
D)  History of insulin-dependent diabetic 
E)  History of bipolar disorder 
A)  History of iron deficiency anemia 
B)  History of treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) 
C)  History of medications to manage hypertension 
D)  History of insulin-dependent diabetic 
E)  History of bipolar disorder

Question 3

The nurse is aware that of the known infertility causes,approximately what percentage is due to male factors?

Accepted Answer

A)  15% 
B)  25% 
C)  35% 
D)  45% 
A)  15% 
B)  25% 
C)  35% 
D)  45%

Question 4

The nurse is educating a patient who has been given a prescription for tadalafil (Cialis).The nurse warns the patient about which potential complication?

Accepted Answer

A)  Priapism 
B)  Obstructed urethra 
C)  Hydronephrosis 
D)  Urethritis 
A)  Priapism 
B)  Obstructed urethra 
C)  Hydronephrosis 
D)  Urethritis

Question 5

The nurse is caring for a patient in the initial hours after having surgery to manage an enlarged prostate.The patient's postoperative care includes continuous bladder irrigation.Which statement indicates the patient understands the nurse's teaching?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I will be discharged home in about 6 hours." 
B)  "My urine will likely be a dark tea color as a result of the blood it contains." 
C)  "I will need to have my bladder irrigated for the first 2 to 3 days." 
D)  "I should report any bladder spasm immediately because it may indicate a serious complication." 
A)  "I will be discharged home in about 6 hours." 
B)  "My urine will likely be a dark tea color as a result of the blood it contains." 
C)  "I will need to have my bladder irrigated for the first 2 to 3 days." 
D)  "I should report any bladder spasm immediately because it may indicate a serious complication."

Question 6

The nurse reminds a 68-year-old man that a man of any age can reproduce if he is able to perform which function?

Accepted Answer

A)  Maintain an erection 
B)  Ejaculate 
C)  Maintain a high sperm count 
D)  Participate in intercourse 
A)  Maintain an erection 
B)  Ejaculate 
C)  Maintain a high sperm count 
D)  Participate in intercourse

Question 7

When developing a teaching plan for a young man who is undergoing fertility studies,which information is most important for the nurse to include?

Accepted Answer

A)  Engage in intercourse in the evening when testosterone levels are highest. 
B)  Relax in a hot bath or Jacuzzi nightly to relieve stress. 
C)  Wear boxer shorts instead of jockey shorts. 
D)  Only engage in intercourse during your partner's fertile period. 
A)  Engage in intercourse in the evening when testosterone levels are highest. 
B)  Relax in a hot bath or Jacuzzi nightly to relieve stress. 
C)  Wear boxer shorts instead of jockey shorts. 
D)  Only engage in intercourse during your partner's fertile period.

Question 8

In counseling a man with erectile dysfunction about a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra),when should the nurse suggest a different treatment?

Accepted Answer

A)  The patient is over 50 years of age. 
B)  The patient takes nitroglycerin for angina. 
C)  The patient is more than 50 pounds overweight. 
D)  The patient is a long-term diabetic. 
A)  The patient is over 50 years of age. 
B)  The patient takes nitroglycerin for angina. 
C)  The patient is more than 50 pounds overweight. 
D)  The patient is a long-term diabetic.

Question 9

The nurse is teaching a patient with BPH who has a new prescription for finasteride (Proscar).Which information is most important for the nurse to include?

Accepted Answer

A)  "It may take several months for this medication to work." 
B)  "This medication has multiple side effects. 
C)  "This medication will reduce the size of the prostate." 
D)  "This medication is known as a 5-Alpha-reductase inhibitor (ARIs)." 
A)  "It may take several months for this medication to work." 
B)  "This medication has multiple side effects. 
C)  "This medication will reduce the size of the prostate." 
D)  "This medication is known as a 5-Alpha-reductase inhibitor (ARIs)."

Question 10

The nurse is interviewing a patient who is seeking assistance at the urology clinic for erectile dysfunction.Which statement is the best way to open the interview?

Accepted Answer

A)  "When was the last time you were impotent?" 
B)  "Do you attempt to have intercourse every week?" 
C)  "What medications have you tried previously?" 
D)  "What experiences have you had with erectile dysfunction?" 
A)  "When was the last time you were impotent?" 
B)  "Do you attempt to have intercourse every week?" 
C)  "What medications have you tried previously?" 
D)  "What experiences have you had with erectile dysfunction?"

Question 11

A postoperative prostatectomy patient is discouraged that he is still dribbling and wearing a protective pad 1 month after surgery.Which action should the nurse suggest?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eat a low-residue diet to reduce urinary retention. 
B)  Drink grapefruit juice to tighten the urinary sphincter. 
C)  Acquire an indwelling catheter to prevent leakage. 
D)  Practice Kegel exercises several times a day. 
A)  Eat a low-residue diet to reduce urinary retention. 
B)  Drink grapefruit juice to tighten the urinary sphincter. 
C)  Acquire an indwelling catheter to prevent leakage. 
D)  Practice Kegel exercises several times a day.

Question 12

The nurse teaches helpful terminology related to male reproductive disorders to a patient.Match the condition with the characteristic that best describes it.

-Erection curving upward preventing vaginal penetration

Accepted Answer

A) Hydrocele 
B) Varicocele 
C) Priapism 
D) Peyronie disease 
E) Torsion 
A) Hydrocele 
B) Varicocele 
C) Priapism 
D) Peyronie disease 
E) Torsion

Question 13

The nurse is caring for a patient who returns to the unit after undergoing a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).The nurse observes a few small clots and pieces of tissue returning in the indwelling catheter bag.What should the nurse do next?

Accepted Answer

A)  Document the finding. 
B)  Notify the surgeon immediately. 
C)  Adjust the bladder irrigation flow rate. 
D)  Apply traction to the catheter. 
A)  Document the finding. 
B)  Notify the surgeon immediately. 
C)  Adjust the bladder irrigation flow rate. 
D)  Apply traction to the catheter.

Exam 39: Care of Men with Reproductive Disorders

The nurse is educating a patient about testicular self-examination.Which information is most important for the nurse to include?

The nurse is collecting data from a patient who has come to the ambulatory care clinic with complaints of erectile dysfunction.When reviewing the patient's health history,which finding(s)would provide support for this condition?

The nurse is aware that of the known infertility causes,approximately what percentage is due to male factors?

The nurse is educating a patient who has been given a prescription for tadalafil (Cialis).The nurse warns the patient about which potential complication?

The nurse is caring for a patient in the initial hours after having surgery to manage an enlarged prostate.The patient's postoperative care includes continuous bladder irrigation.Which statement indicates the patient understands the nurse's teaching?

The nurse reminds a 68-year-old man that a man of any age can reproduce if he is able to perform which function?

When developing a teaching plan for a young man who is undergoing fertility studies,which information is most important for the nurse to include?

In counseling a man with erectile dysfunction about a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra),when should the nurse suggest a different treatment?

The nurse is teaching a patient with BPH who has a new prescription for finasteride (Proscar).Which information is most important for the nurse to include?

The nurse is interviewing a patient who is seeking assistance at the urology clinic for erectile dysfunction.Which statement is the best way to open the interview?

A postoperative prostatectomy patient is discouraged that he is still dribbling and wearing a protective pad 1 month after surgery.Which action should the nurse suggest?

The nurse teaches helpful terminology related to male reproductive disorders to a patient.Match the condition with the characteristic that best describes it. -Erection curving upward preventing vaginal penetration

The nurse is caring for a patient who returns to the unit after undergoing a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).The nurse observes a few small clots and pieces of tissue returning in the indwelling catheter bag.What should the nurse do next?

Caring for Medical-Surgical Patients

Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process

Fluid, Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance, and Intravenous Therapy

Care of Preoperative and Intraoperative Surgical Patients

Care of Postoperative Patients

Infection Prevention and Control

Care of Patients with Pain

Care of Patients with Cancer

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

The Immune and Lymphatic System

Care of Patients with Immune and Lymphatic Disorders (with HIV and AIDS)

The Respiratory System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System

The Hematologic System

Care of Patients with Hematologic Disorders

The Cardiovascular System

Care of Patients with Hypertension and Peripheral Vascular Disease

Care of Patients with Cardiac Disorders

Care of Patients with Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiac Surgery

The Neurologic System

Care of Patients with Head and Spinal Cord Injuries

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Brain

Care of Patients with Peripheral Nerve and Degenerative Diseases

The Sensory System: Eye and Ear

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Eyes and Ears

The Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Lower Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas

The Musculoskeletal System

Care of Patients with Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders

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Care of Patients with Disorders of the Urinary System

The Endocrine System

Care of Patients with Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders

Care of Patients with Diabetes and Hypoglycemia

Care of Women with Reproductive Disorders

Care of Patients with Sexually Transmitted Infections

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Care of Patents with Integumentary Disorders and Burns

Care of Patients in Disasters or Bioterrorism Attack

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