Following Discharge Teaching for a Patient Who Has Had a Transurethral

question 11

Multiple Choice

Following discharge teaching for a patient who has had a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) , the nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when the patient says,

• A) "I will avoid driving until I get approval from my doctor."
• B) "I should call the doctor if I have any incontinence at home."
• C) "I will increase fiber and fluids in my diet to prevent constipation."
• D) "I should continue to schedule yearly appointments for prostate exams."

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Definitions:

Oxygen Consumption

The use of oxygen by the body during physical activity or metabolism, often used as a measure of physical fitness or the effectiveness of aerobic exercise.

Peak Exercise

The highest level of intensity and effort an individual can sustain during physical activity without significant fatigue or exhaustion.

Frequency Recommendations

Guidelines indicating how often certain activities, like exercise or health checkups, should be performed for optimal health.

Resting

The act of relaxing, not engaging in physical activity, allowing the body and mind to recover.