Mr. Dunn is a 62-year-old male who has complained of frequent urination and difficulty initiating the flow. Digital palpation of the prostate revealed a nodular growth. His prostate specific antigen (PSA) has come back elevated this year and he has been called back to the healthcare provider’s office for a follow-up. The healthcare provider has recommended a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). 1.Discuss the significance of Mr. Dunn’s elevated PSA and digital rectal examination.
Mr. Dunn is a 62-year-old male who has complained of frequent urination and difficulty initiating the flow. Digital palpation of the prostate revealed a nodular growth. His prostate specific antigen (PSA) has come back elevated this year and he has been called back to the healthcare provider’s office for a follow-up. The healthcare provider has recommended a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).
1.Discuss the significance of Mr. Dunn’s elevated PSA and digital rectal examination.
2. List reasons why the healthcare provider might have recommended the (TURP) to Mr. Dunn.
3. After the TURP procedure has been completed, Mr. Dunn is returned to his hospital room with continuous bladder irrigation. What things would present an urgent need to stop the bladder irrigation
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