What should a male client over age 52 do to help ensure early identification of prostate cancer?
A. Have a digital rectal examination and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test done yearly.
B. Have a transrectal ultrasound every 5 years.
C. Perform monthly testicular self-examinations, especially after age 50.
D. Have a complete blood count (CBC) and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels checked yearly.
Answer: A
Explanation: The incidence of prostate cancer increases after age 50. The digital rectal examination, which identifies enlargement or irregularity of the prostate, and PSA test, a tumor marker for prostate cancer, are effective diagnostic measures that should be done yearly. Testicular self-examinations won't identify changes in the prostate gland due to its location in the body. A transrectal ultrasound, CBC, and BUN and creatinine levels are usually done after diagnosis to identify the extent of the disease and potential metastases
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