A nurse is reinforcing teaching about activities of daily living with a client who had a stroke. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

Rationale:

A. "This surgery can cause an increase in the amount of semen.":A transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) often results in retrograde ejaculation, meaning semen may flow backward into the bladder. The volume of visible semen typically decreases, not increases, due to this common complication.

B. "I will talk to my partner about other ways of expressing intimacy.":This statement reflects healthy psychological adjustment and understanding of potential changes in sexual function following TURP. It shows emotional readiness to adapt to changes and maintain intimacy in ways beyond penetrative sex, which supports recovery and relationship stability.

C. “I will not be able to have sexual intercourse after this surgery.":TURP does not prevent sexual intercourse. While temporary issues like erectile dysfunction or retrograde ejaculation may occur, most clients can resume sexual activity after recovery. This belief represents a misunderstanding of surgical outcomes.

D. “This surgery will prevent me from being able to have an erection.": Although some men may experience temporary erectile dysfunction postoperatively, TURP typically does not cause permanent loss of erectile function. Misconceptions about impotence should be addressed through accurate education.

Rationale:

A. "My advance directives will list what treatments I want if I'm unable to communicate.": Advance directives allow individuals to specify their healthcare preferences in situations where they are incapacitated. This includes decisions about life-sustaining treatments, resuscitation, and other medical interventions.

B. "My advance directives must be signed by my adult child in the presence of a judge.": Advance directives usually require the client’s signature and the signatures of two adult witnesses or notarization, depending on state laws. A judge’s involvement is typically not required.

C. "My family will be informed about my funeral choices in my advance directives.": Funeral or postmortem arrangements are not addressed in advance directives. These documents strictly relate to medical care preferences and decision-making in the event the client becomes unable to speak for themselves.

D. “I can indicate the organs will donate in my advance directives.": While some advance directive forms may include a section about organ donation, formal organ donor registration is typically completed through a driver’s license, organ donor card, or state registry—not as the main purpose of an advance directive.