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Which of the following are signs and symptoms of prostate cancer? Select All that Apply.

weight gain

Yellowing of the skin

Difficulty starting or stopping urination

Frequent urination, especially at night

Weak or interrupted urine flow

Chest pain

blood in urine

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,D,E,G

A. Weight gain: Weight gain is not a typical symptom of prostate cancer. While prostate cancer can cause other systemic symptoms, weight gain is not related to it. Weight loss is more commonly seen in advanced cancer.

B. Yellowing of the skin: Yellowing of the skin (jaundice) is not a symptom of prostate cancer. Jaundice is more often associated with liver disease or metastasis to the liver, which is less common in early prostate cancer.

C. Difficulty starting or stopping urination: Difficulty initiating or stopping urination is a common symptom of prostate cancer. As the tumor grows, it may obstruct the urethra, leading to urinary symptoms such as hesitation or difficulty in starting or stopping urination.

D. Frequent urination, especially at night: Frequent urination, particularly at night (nocturia), is a common symptom of prostate cancer. The tumor may put pressure on the bladder or urethra, leading to increased urinary frequency.

E. Weak or interrupted urine flow: Weak or interrupted urine flow can occur due to prostate cancer, especially as the tumor blocks or narrows the urethra, disrupting the normal flow of urine.

F. Chest pain: Chest pain is not a typical symptom of prostate cancer. Chest pain is more commonly associated with cardiovascular conditions or metastasis to the lungs or bones, but it is not a primary symptom of prostate cancer.

G. Blood in urine: Blood in the urine (hematuria) can be a symptom of prostate cancer. The tumor may cause bleeding in the urinary tract, leading to visible blood in the urine.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Chest tube tray: A chest tube tray is used for conditions like pneumothorax or hemothorax, typically following thoracic surgery or trauma to the chest. It is not necessary after a thyroidectomy as the procedure does not typically involve the pleural space

B. Stethoscope: While a stethoscope is useful for routine assessments (like lung and heart sounds), it is not a specific item needed post-thyroidectomy for emergency management.

C. Flashlight: A flashlight is not essential for postoperative care following a thyroidectomy. It is not a tool needed for emergency intervention or assessment in this context.

D. Tracheostomy tray: A tracheostomy tray should be available after a thyroidectomy, as there is a risk of airway obstruction due to swelling or potential injury to the trachea. This ensures quick action if respiratory distress or airway compromise occurs.

A. Obtain a full set of vital signs and have the client void in a specimen cup. B. Administer acetaminophen 500 mg by mouth, C. Give a bolus of 250 ml of normal saline and reassess the client. D. Request a medical prescription for a urinary catheter.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Obtain a full set of vital signs and have the client void in a specimen cup: The priority nursing action is to assess the client's overall condition by obtaining vital signs and collecting a urine sample for culture to evaluate for a urinary tract infection (UTI) or other potential infections.

B. Administer acetaminophen 500 mg by mouth: While acetaminophen may be used to manage fever, it does not address the underlying issue. The priority is to identify and treat the potential infection, not just manage the symptom of fever.

C. Give a bolus of 250 ml of normal saline and reassess the client: Administering a fluid bolus may be appropriate for certain conditions, but it does not address the suspected urinary tract infection. The first priority is to collect data to diagnose the cause of the fever.

D. Request a medical prescription for a urinary catheter: A urinary catheter should not be inserted unless absolutely necessary and only if the client cannot void on their own. In this case, obtaining a urine specimen for culture is a priority before any invasive procedure.

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