A Patient Scheduled for a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient scheduled for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) for BPH tells the nurse that he has delayed having surgery because he is afraid it will affect his sexual function.When responding to his concern,what should the nurse explain?

• A) Many methods of sexual expression can be used as alternatives to sexual intercourse.
• B) Sperm production is not affected by this surgery,so he should not worry about sterility.
• C) With this type of surgery,erectile problems are rare,but retrograde ejaculation may occur.
• D) Information about penile implants used for erectile dysfunction is available if he is interested.