Benign hypertrophy benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-25197741

Definition

Is characterized by enlargement of prostate gland

Evaluation

Pathophysiology

Causes

Risk factors

Clinical manifestations

Diet

Nursing management

Diagnostic tests

Rehabilitation

Urine flow study

Health of patient

Nursing diagnosis

Urinary retention related to enlarged prostate

Encourage patient to void every 2-4 hours

The patient should write the time and amount of voids

Frequency

Inability to empty bladder completely

Bladder distention

The patient must be able empty their bladder

Palpate suprapubic area

Monitor vital signs

Provide and encourage catheter

Recommend sitz bath as indicated

Pharmacological intervention

Alpha-adrenergic antagonists

Antispasmodics

Rectal suppositories(B and 0)

Antibiotics and antibacterial

Size of prostate

Age

Scarring in the bladder neck

Bladder or kidney stones

Narrowing of the urethra

Inflammation of the prostate

Urinary tract infection

Ultrasound

Vegetables such as broccoli

PSA blood test

Prostate MRI

Prostate enlarged

Leads to bladder outlet obstruction

Health practioner to monitor vital signs