A 72-Year-Old Patient with a History of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

question 21

Multiple Choice

A 72-year-old patient with a history of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is admitted with acute urinary retention and elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels.Which prescribed therapy should the nurse implement first?

• A) Insert urethral catheter.
• B) Obtain renal ultrasound.
• C) Draw a complete blood count.
• D) Infuse normal saline at 50 mL/hour.

Learn about strategies for organizational and community change, including collaboration, confrontation, and mediation.

Acquire insight into macro practice, including advocacy, policy change, and resource development.

Recognize the importance of core social work values (warmth, empathy, genuineness) across all levels of practice.

Understand ethical considerations in social work practice, especially in contexts of confrontation and persuasion.

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Definitions:

Outcome Expectancies

Beliefs about the consequences of certain behaviors, which can influence an individual's motivation and actions.

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

A belief that comes true because we are acting as if it is already true.

Goal-Directed Behavior

Goal-directed behavior is behavior that is initiated and guided by intentions and plans to achieve a specific objective.

Psychological Adjustment

The process of achieving mental and emotional balance or adapting to new situations, conditions, or environments.