The nurse is assisting with the preparation of materials for a patient who is at risk for prostatitis. What should the nurse include in this teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Practice safe sex
b. Ensure good personal hygiene
c. Avoid urinary catheterizations
d. Avoid excessive intake of citrus juices
e. Avoid excessive intake of animal products
ANS: A, B, C, D
The nurse should teach the avoidance of risk factors such as urinary catheterization, poor hygiene, risky sexual practices, and excessive intake of bladder irritants such as alcohol, caffeine, or citrus juices. Avoiding risk factors is important to resolving or preventing prostatitis. E. Excessive intake of animal products is not a risk factor for prostatitis.
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