A Patient Who Has Been Recently Diagnosed with Benign Prostatic

A patient who has been recently diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia ( BPH ) tells the nurse that he does not want to have a transurethral resection of the prostate ( TURP ) because he is afraid it might affect his ability to have intercourse. Which action should the nurse take?

A) Offer reassurance that sperm production is not affected by TURP.
B) Discuss alternative methods of sexual expression besides intercourse.
C) Provide education about the use of medications for erectile dysfunction ( ED ) occurring after TURP.
D) Teach that ED is not a common complication following a TURP.

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