Question of the Week – November 24, 2021

Rationale:

Decreased force in the stream of urine is an early symptom of benign prostatic hyperplasia. The stream later becomes weak and dribbling. The client then may develop hematuria, frequency, urgency, urge incontinence, and nocturia. If untreated, complete obstruction and urinary retention can occur. Constipation or scrotal edema is not associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Test-Taking Strategy: Note the strategic word, early. Also, if you know that benign prostatic hyperplasia can lead to urinary obstruction, look for the option that identifies the least severe symptom.

Additional Info: 

Level of Cognitive Ability: Analyzing
Client Needs: Physiological Integrity
Integrated Process: Nursing Process—Assessment
Content Area: Adult Health: Renal and Urinary
Health Problem: Adult Health: Renal and Urinary: Obstructive problems
Priority Concepts: Elimination; Inflammation