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Benign hypertrophy benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-25197741 - Coggle Diagram
Benign hypertrophy
Definition
Is characterized by enlargement of prostate gland
Evaluation
The patient must be able empty their bladder
Pathophysiology
Prostate enlarged
Leads to bladder outlet obstruction
Causes
Scarring in the bladder neck
Bladder or kidney stones
Narrowing of the urethra
Inflammation of the prostate
Urinary tract infection
Risk factors
Health of patient
Size of prostate
Age
Clinical manifestations
Frequency
Inability to empty bladder completely
Bladder distention
Diet
Vegetables such as broccoli
Nursing management
Encourage patient to void every 2-4 hours
The patient should write the time and amount of voids
Palpate suprapubic area
Monitor vital signs
Provide and encourage catheter
Recommend sitz bath as indicated
Diagnostic tests
Urine flow study
Ultrasound
PSA blood test
Prostate MRI
Rehabilitation
Health practioner to monitor vital signs
Nursing diagnosis
Urinary retention related to enlarged prostate
Pharmacological intervention
Alpha-adrenergic antagonists
Antispasmodics
Rectal suppositories(B and 0)
Antibiotics and antibacterial
