A Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) in a Client Reveals the Enlargement

question 19

Multiple Choice

A digital rectal examination (DRE) in a client reveals the enlargement of the prostate gland that is firm, painless, and generalized. Which medication does the nurse anticipate the health-care provider will prescribe?

• A)Anticoagulants
• B)Alpha-adrenergic blockers
• C)Phosphodiesterase inhibitors
• D)Extracts of saw palmetto

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