Acute bacterial prostatitis Correct Answer abrupt onset and is
always associated with a UTI from bacteria that originates from
the ascending urethra from reflux of urine into prostatic ducts, or
directly from the rectum to the prostatic ducts
Articular disorders are classified based on the number of
involved joints. Correct Answer Monoarticular: One joint
Periarticular: Two to four joints
Polyarticular: Four or more joints
Articular structures are characterized by what characteristics
Correct Answer Deep or diffuse pain
Limited AROM and PROM on movement
Swelling
Crepitation
Instability
Locking
Deformity
Articular structures include the following. Correct Answer
Synovium
Synovial fluid
Articular cartridge
Intra-articular ligaments
Joint capsule
, Juxta-articular bone
Assess for epididymtitis Correct Answer Enlarged lymph
nodes in the groin or a lump on the testis may be palpated.
Rectal exam will reveal a tender prostate, but the hallmark
characteristic is relief of discomfort with elevation of the testis
and epididymis. It is important to discern epididymitis from
testicular torsion by checking for the Prehn sign during the
examination. By elevating the affected hemi-scrotum, the pain
of epididymitis will be relieved but would exacerbate the pain of
torsion.
BPH Correct Answer Surgery may be indicated when there is
urinary retention or when other symptoms are unmanageable in
which case a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is
performed.
BPH Correct Answer The prostate gland, is a walnut size gland
positioned at the base of the bladder and in front of the rectum
that begins to enlarge as a man ages. It surrounds the urethra and
as the prostate gets larger, it can squeeze or partly cause
obstruction. BPH is the common name for nodular hyperplasia
and is one of the most common conditions affecting men >40yrs
old. As many as 50% of men experience symptoms of enlarged
prostate by age 60 and 90% of men will report symptoms by age
85
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