The nurse is providing care for a patient diagnosed with bacterial prostatitis who is being treated on an outpatient basis with oral antibiotic therapy. In addition to the medication, which interventions should the nurse include in discharge teaching?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Bedrest
b. Stool softeners
c. Warm sitz baths
d. Anti-inflammatory agents
e. Self-catheterization every 2 hours
ANS: B, C, D
Acute bacterial prostatitis is usually treated medically with antibiotic therapy. Other forms of treatment may include anti-inflammatory agents, stool softeners, warm sitz baths, prostatic massage, and dietary changes, such as decreasing spicy foods and alcohol. A. E. Bedrest and self-catheterization are not necessary.
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