A 68-year-old man is being treated for an enlarged prostate. While discussing health history with the nurse, he states that he seems to be having erectile difficulties and is not sure if it is from his medical condition or the medication he is taking
. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate? a. Sexual dysfunction
b. Injury, risk for
c. Coping, ineffective
d. Family processes, dysfunction
A
Sexual dysfunction is a disturbance anywhere that occurs at any time during these four stages of the sexual response cycle. The causes are often related to psychological distresses, medication or illicit drug use, and many physical conditions. Arthritis, diabetes, and chronic illness can result in various sexual dysfunctions or alterations in sexual desire. The other nursing diagnoses do not apply in this situation.
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a. Dairy products are encouraged. b. No added salt is required. c. Low roughage should be followed. d. Protein foods are restricted.
The patient scheduled for a PET (positron emission tomography) scan of the brain asks if there is any special preparation for the test. The nurse correctly responds with which statements? (Select all that apply.)
a. "There is no special preparation involved with this test since it is noninvasive." b. "You should avoid any tranquilizers or sedatives the night before and the day of the test." c. "You will need to sign a consent form for this test to be performed." d. "You will have an IV inserted for the exam." e. "I'm not really sure. The technician's performing the test will let you know."
A client is admitted with malnutrition. The nurse can expect laboratory studies to show:
A) elevated bilirubin levels. B) elevated blood sugar. C) decreased albumin levels. D) decreased alkaline phosphate level.