S. M. asks, "Will this condition affect my relationship with my wife?" What should you tell him?
What will be an ideal response?
Patients are often embarrassed to ask questions about their condition and how it might affect their
sexuality. The nurse needs to be aware that phrases such as "relationship with my wife" frequently
refer to the ability to have an erection or ejaculate. You need to clarify your patient's question and
offer answers in a professional, clear manner. BPH should not affect S.M.'s ability to have an erection
or affect his sexual function; however, the side effects of tamsulosin can cause rare occurrences
of impotence. If he experiences sexual side effects, he should discuss this with his physician for a
possible medication change.
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a. Forward b. Glossary c. Goals and strategies d. Executive summary e. Mission, vision, and values
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An appropriate nursing diagnosis for the family of a client dying of cancer, whose members have expressed sorrow over the forthcoming loss, would be
A) Anticipatory grieving related to loss of family member, as evidenced by sorrow B) Dysfunctional grieving related to the loss of family member, as manifested by behaviors indicating anxiety C) Potential for grieving related to loss of family member and sorrow D) Dysfunctional grieving related to future loss of family member, manifested by family's developmental regression
An adolescent currently being treated for aggressive behavior says, "I need to tell you something very important, but first you have to promise not to tell anyone else.". Which communication by the nurse would be most therapeutic?
a. "As you know nurses are obligated to document patient conversations, but I can be trusted not to tell anyone else but staff what you share with me.". b. "A nurse has a sacred responsibility to advocate for our patients, and I have taken an oath to maintain the confidentiality of all my patients.". c. "I am very discrete when it comes to issues my patients discuss with me when they consider the topics to be serious or important.". d. "I will always maintain your confidence except when I think that what you tell me might place you or others in danger.".