Question

Which of the following responses would be accurate if given to the nurse during an initial interview from a patient with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)?

1) "I have pain and swelling of my both ankles."
2) "I frequently drink wine with my evening meals."
3) "I have difficulty starting a stream of urine, and it is a weak stream."
4) "My bladder doesn't feel empty after I urinate, and I have to strain to pass the urine."

Answer 1

The accurate response would be option 3) "I have difficulty starting a stream of urine, and it is a weak stream." These symptoms are commonly observed in patients with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Option 3 is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

The accurate response from a patient with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) during an initial interview would be option 3) "I have difficulty starting a stream of urine, and it is a weak stream."

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) can cause constriction of the urethra as it passes through the prostate gland, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms such as a weak stream, difficulty initiating urination, and a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying. These symptoms are commonly observed in patients with BPH.

Mild to moderate symptoms of BPH can be managed with medication, while severe enlargement of the prostate may require surgical intervention to remove a portion of the prostate tissue.