A Patient Learns He Has an Elevated Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)and

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Multiple Choice

A patient learns he has an elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and asks the nurse what this means.What is the best response?

• A) "The higher the PSA, the better. It is protective against prostate cancer."
• B) "Prostate cancer causes the PSA to increase. You should talk to your physician about treatment."
• C) "An elevated PSA is usually harmless. Your physician will watch it carefully over the next couple of months."
• D) "An elevated PSA can indicate prostatic hypertrophy or cancer. You should follow up as your physician advises."

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