A patient with repeated bouts of epididymitis is adamant that prescribed medication is always taken. What additional question should the nurse ask to determine possible causes of epididymitis? Select all that apply.
A. "Do you use condoms?"
B. "Are you sexually active?"
C. "Do you practice unprotected anal intercourse?"
D. "Do you use any drugs or alcohol?"
E. "Do you do any heavy lifting?"
Ans:
A. "Do you use condoms?"
B. "Are you sexually active?"
C. "Do you practice unprotected anal intercourse?"
E. "Do you do any heavy lifting?"
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