The nurse has completed the education for a client being treated for benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Which statements by the client indicate an understanding of the disease? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

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A) Medications for BPH, such as alpha-blockers and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, help manage symptoms but do not cure the condition. B) Antihistamines can worsen BPH symptoms by increasing urinary retention. C) Caffeine can irritate the bladder and exacerbate symptoms of BPH, so reducing intake may help manage symptoms. E) Avoiding fluid intake in the late evening can help reduce nocturia (nighttime urination), a common symptom of BPH. D) is incorrect because surgery is not always the best treatment for BPH; it is considered when symptoms are severe and other treatments have failed.

The Nurse Has Completed the Education for a Client Being