Nursing Care of Male Patients with Genitourinary Disorders

These flashcards cover essential concepts and treatments related to male genitourinary disorders, helping to prepare for the exam.

What is the purpose of the prostate gland?

To provide alkaline secretions to semen and aid in ejaculation.

What are the common disorders of the prostate?

Prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and prostate cancer.

What causes prostatitis?

Bacterial infections, reflux of urine, surgical procedures, and heavy machinery shaking.

What are the signs and symptoms of prostatitis?

UTI symptoms such as dysuria, urgency, fever, chills, urinary problems, and painful ejaculation.

What medications are used to treat bacterial prostatitis?

Antibiotics such as Bactrim for 30 days or Cipro.

What is benign prostatic hyperplasia?

Enlargement of the prostate that occurs with age, blocking urinary outflow.

What are the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?

Frequency, urgency, decreased stream, nocturia, and the need to stand to urinate.

What diagnostic tests are used for prostate disorders?

DRE, urine culture, bladder scanner, prostate-specific antigen (PSA).

What treatments are available for benign prostatic hyperplasia?

Alpha adrenergic blockers, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, and lifestyle modifications.

What is the primary purpose of the TURP procedure?

To chip away overgrown prostate tissue causing obstruction.

What are potential complications following TURP?

Clots, bladder spasms, infection, urinary incontinence.

What is the significance of Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) levels?

Higher PSA levels indicate a higher likelihood of prostate cancer.

What treatment options are available for prostate cancer?

Testosterone suppressive medications, surgery, radiation, and orchiectomy.

What changes should be made in diet to support prostate health?

Diet rich in vegetables and limiting caffeine and alcohol.

What are the risk factors for developing testicular cancer?

Cryptorchidism, family history, and certain medications.

What is phimosis?

A condition where the foreskin cannot be pulled back over the glans penis.

What is priapism?

An erection lasting more than 4-6 hours, requiring medical attention.

What is the recommended practice for testicular self-examination (TSE)?

Perform monthly after a shower or hot bath until age 40.

What is a vasectomy?

A surgical procedure that cuts the vas deferens to provide permanent birth control.

What are common causes of erectile dysfunction?

Stress, illness, medications, fatigue, and substance use.