Which information will the nurse teach a patient who has chronic prostatitis?
a. Ibuprofen (Motrin) should provide good pain control.
b. Prescribed antibiotics should be taken for 7 to 10 days.
c. Intercourse or masturbation will help relieve symptoms.
d. Cold packs used every 4 hours will decrease inflammation.
ANS: C
Ejaculation helps drain the prostate and relieve pain. Warm baths are recommended to reduce pain. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are frequently prescribed but usually do not offer adequate pain relief. Antibiotics for chronic prostatitis are taken for 4 to 12 weeks.
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