The Nurse Is Instructing a Client Diagnosed with Acute Prostatitis

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is instructing a client diagnosed with acute prostatitis. Which of the following instructions would be the least beneficial to the client?

• A) "Avoid alcohol and caffeine."
• B) "Sex should be avoided during the acute phase."
• C) "Sit for as long as you can."
• D) "Sitz baths may provide comfort."

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Definitions:

Bad News

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Preachy Messages

Communications or speeches that moralize excessively, often perceived as irritating or condescending by the audience.