A client with BPH is experiencing bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The nurse should anticipate the healthcare provider to prescribe:

A. Scheduling a follow-up appointment in two years is too long of an interval for a client with BPH. Regular follow-up is essential for monitoring the condition and adjusting the treatment plan as needed.

B. This is the correct answer. Clients with BPH should have regular follow-up appointments, typically every six months, to monitor symptoms and treatment effectiveness.

C. Skipping follow-up appointments, even if the client is feeling better, is not advisable. Regular monitoring is essential to ensure optimal management of BPH.

D. Waiting for new symptoms to arise before seeking a follow-up appointment may delay necessary interventions and could lead to worsening of symptoms.

A. The prostate-specific antigen (PSA. test is not specific to BPH diagnosis. Elevated PSA levels can be seen in both BPH and prostate cancer, but it is not used solely for BPH diagnosis.

B. This is the correct answer. The PSA test is primarily used as a screening tool for prostate cancer. Elevated PSA levels may indicate the presence of prostate cancer and can prompt further evaluation.

C. The PSA test is not used to assess renal function. It is specifically related to prostate health and prostate cancer screening.

D. The evaluation of urinary flow rate is typically done through urodynamic studies and flowmetry tests, not the PSA test.