Nursing Management: Male Reproductive Conditions

The nurse is caring for a patient recently diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who tells the nurse that he does not want to have a transurethtral resection of the prostate (TURP) because he is afraid it might affect his ability to have intercourse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Offer reassurance that sperm production is not affected by TURP.

B. Discuss alternative methods of sexual expression besides intercourse.

C. Provide education about the use of medications for erectile dysfunction (ED).

D. Teach that erectile dysfunction (ED) is unlikely following a TURP.

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