A 62-year-old patient has been diagnosed with bacterial epididymitis. The nurse has provided education relating to the management of the disorder. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching provided?
1. "These problems may be a result of my prostate problems.".
2. "This condition will spontaneously go away.".
3. "I must be on bed rest during the acute phase of this disorder.".
4. "I should go home and apply moist heat to my scrotum.".
"These problems may be a result of my prostate problems.".
Rationale: The older man with epididymitis may have gotten the condition as a result of prostatitis, instrumentation, or a structural lesion. The condition must be treated with antibiotics. Bedrest is not a requirement of condition management. Cold applications should be used during the acute phase.
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