NUR251 CDU Questions and Correct Answers, 156 Q&A. 100% Correct. Updated 2024/2025.
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NUR251 CDU Questions and Correct Answers, 156 Q&A. 100% Correct. Updated 2024/2025.
Module 1
Males diagnosed with diabetes and coronary artery diseases are more likely to experience erectile dysfunction.
True.
To assist in maintaining an erection an O ring can be worn at the base of the penis...
NUR251 CDU Questions and Correct
Answers, 156 Q&A. 100% Correct. Updated
2024/2025.
Module 1
Males diagnosed with diabetes and coronary artery diseases are more likely to experience erectile
dysfunction.
True.
To assist in maintaining an erection an O ring can be worn at the base of the penis to constrict blood flow
out of the penis whilst still allowing blood flow in.
What is the most common cause of scrotal swelling
Hydrocele.
Hydroceles can occur secondary to trauma, infection or a tumour. A hydrocele may be differentiated
from a solid mass by trans illumination or ultrasound of the scrotum. Hydroceles are not associated with
infertility.
A man presents to the emergency department concerned his erection has lasted more than 4 hours.
Your nursing assessment must include;
Use of medications or supplements for erectile dysfunction.
Priapism is an involuntary, sustained, painful erection that is associated with sexual arousal. Nursing
management focusses on assessment, monitoring urine output and pain control.
What is the most common cause of epididymitis?
Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea.
Epididymitis is an infection or inflammation of the epididymis, the structure that lies along the posterior
boarder of the testis. Early manifestation includes pain and oedema of the scrotum which can be
relieved with analgesia, scrotal supports and ice packs.
Epididymitis is treated with antibiotics - if the course of antibiotics is not completed what is most likely
to develop?
Orchitis.
Orchitis is an acute inflammation of the testes; it is a common complication of system illness or an
extension of epididymitis.
,What is the most common treatment for testicular cancer?
Surgical removal of the affected testicle.
Radical orchidectomy is used in all forms and stages of testicular cancer. Nursing care is complex and the
must be inclusive of patient reactions to diagnosis, change to body image and sexual/reproductive
issues.
What patient education is needed to manage the symptoms of prostatitis?
Prostatitis refers to different types of inflammatory disorders of the prostate gland. Education focusses
on symptom management.
Urinary incontinence is not a normal part of aging. What is the most common cause urinary problem
in men?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-malignant enlargement of the prostate gland and is a
common disorder of the ageing male. Nursing care focuses on correcting or minimising the urinary
obstruction and preventing or treating complications.
A TURP can be performed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), what does TURP stand for?
Transurethral resection of the prostate.
A transurethral resection of the prostate is the most common surgical procedure used to treat BPH. The
obstructing prostate tissue is removed using a wire loop resectopscope and electrocautery inserted
through the urethra.
Early stage prostate cancer is often asymptomatic?
True.
Symptoms which may occur are due to metastasis of bone and can affect the genitourinary,
musculoskeletal and neurological systems.
You are providing nursing care to a 55 year old female patient who voices concerns about constant
anxiety, inability to sleep, headaches and just not feeling like herself. What is the most likely cause of
these symptoms?
Menopause.
Nursing care for women experiencing menopausal symptoms focuses on symptomatic relief and
education. Menopause is the permanent cessation of menses and is a normal physiological process.
, A female complains about increasing premenstrual symptoms over the past few years and thinks
something must be wrong. What is the most likely cause?
Normal pattern of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a complex group of symptoms from mood swings to breast tenderness,
fatigue, irritability, food cravings and depression. Usually limited to 2-14 days and self-resolving.
The nurse is assisting a female patient with ways to reduce the severity of her monthly menstrual
discomforts associated with PMS. What healthy lifestyle choices may provide symptom relief?
Teaching complementary therapies and coping mechanism is helpful. Techniques for relaxation and
stress management include deep abdominal breathing, medication and muscle relaxation. Alcohol and
unhealthy diets should be avoided as it exacerbates the symptoms of PMS.
What factors most likely contribute to a uterine prolapse into the vaginal canal?
Multiple pregnancies.
When the uterus is displaced within the pelvic cavity, it can be mild to completely prolapsed (outside the
vagina) it is commonly due to weakened pelvic musculature usually attributable to stretching of the
supporting ligaments and muscles during pregnancy.
Which of the following is not a term for dysfunctional uterine bleeding?
Dyspareunia.
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is any abnormal volume, duration or time of bleeding. Factors including
stress, extreme weight changes, use of oral contraceptives or intra-uterine devices (IUD) can impact
uterine bleeding.
On a mammogram an abnormal mass has been identified in the left breast of a 42 year old female.
What would be the next treatment option advised?
Surgical biopsy is needed to rule out cancer.
Aspiration biopsy removes cells via a needle from a breast lesion. Excisional biopsy removed tissue from
the breast. Nursing care needs to focus on support and education surrounding the procedure and
decreasing anxiety related to potential diagnoses.
You are providing nursing care for a female diagnosed with breast cancer scheduled for a mastectomy
later that day. What signs would she display for anticipatory grieving?
Sitting quietly and occasionally crying.
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