Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia ( 42 Questions)
A client with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) seeks medical advice. The nurse anticipates that the initial diagnostic evaluation for BPH will likely include:
This is the correct answer. A digital rectal examination (DRE. is typically the first step in the diagnostic evaluation of BPH. During a DRE, the healthcare provider can assess the size, shape, and consistency of the prostate gland to identify any enlargement or abnormalities.
The prostate-specific antigen (PSA. test is used to screen for prostate cancer, not specifically for BPH. While elevated PSA levels can be seen in both conditions, the DRE is usually the initial step for BPH evaluation.
Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) is a diagnostic test used to assess the prostate gland's size and characteristics in more detail. It is often performed in conjunction with other tests, but it is not typically the initial step in the diagnostic evaluation of BPH.
A urinalysis is a general test used to assess the urine's appearance, specific gravity, and the presence of blood, proteins, and other substances. While it can provide information about kidney function and potential urinary tract infections, it is not specific to BPH.
A. This is the correct answer. A digital rectal examination (DRE. is typically the first step in the diagnostic evaluation of BPH. During a DRE, the healthcare provider can assess the size, shape, and consistency of the prostate gland to identify any enlargement or abnormalities.
B. The prostate-specific antigen (PSA. test is used to screen for prostate cancer, not specifically for BPH. While elevated PSA levels can be seen in both conditions, the DRE is usually the initial step for BPH evaluation.
C. Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) is a diagnostic test used to assess the prostate gland's size and characteristics in more detail. It is often performed in conjunction with other tests, but it is not typically the initial step in the diagnostic evaluation of BPH.
D. A urinalysis is a general test used to assess the urine's appearance, specific gravity, and the presence of blood, proteins, and other substances. While it can provide information about kidney function and potential urinary tract infections, it is not specific to BPH.