Question 1

An 18-year-old male is being evaluated for hypogonadism. The nurse would evaluate which physical findings as supporting that tentative diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Minimal facial hair, absent pubic hair, and small testicles are indicative of hypogonadism, as they suggest underdevelopment of secondary sexual characteristics and underdeveloped gonads.

Question 2

A client has benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and hypertension. Which medication could the client safely receive for hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Terazosin is an alpha-blocker that can treat both hypertension and symptoms of BPH, making it a suitable choice for a client with both conditions.

Question 3

The nurse plans to teach a class on anabolic steroids to a group of high school athletes. What will the best plan by the nurse include?

Accepted Answer

Anabolic steroids can lead to infertility, affect the liver and other body systems, and cause aggressive behavior. These are important points to include in educating high school athletes about the risks associated with steroid use.

Question 4

A male client is considered infertile. He asks the nurse why drug companies aren't developing drugs to treat this problem. What is the best response by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Infertility in men is often not due to endocrine problems, which makes it challenging to develop effective drug treatments targeting hormonal issues.

Question 5

The nurse is assessing a client and notes that he is receiving finasteride (Proscar). The client denies having any history of a significant prostate disorder. What is the best assessment question for the nurse to ask at this time?

Accepted Answer

Finasteride (Proscar) is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and male pattern baldness. Since the client denies prostate issues, asking about male pattern baldness is relevant.

Question 6

A male client comes to the emergency department complaining of nocturia and nonspecific fullness in the lower pelvic region. What is the best assessment question for the nurse to ask the client?

Accepted Answer

Nocturia and fullness in the pelvic region in a male client could be related to prostate issues, which are more common in older men. Asking about age helps assess the risk for conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Question 7

The client has been prescribed doxazosin (Cardura). What teaching should the nurse provide?

Accepted Answer

Doxazosin can cause orthostatic hypotension, especially after the first dose, which can impair the ability to drive safely.

Question 8

The drug that will most likely be used for treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) is

Accepted Answer

Sildenafil (Viagra) is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor specifically used to treat erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis.

Question 9

The newly licensed nurse is preparing to administer a high dose of androgen to the female client. The nurse manager asks for the rationale. What is the best response by the new nurse?

Accepted Answer

Androgens can be used in the treatment of breast cancer in females to help slow the growth of cancer cells.

Question 10

Androgen is secreted by

Accepted Answer

Androgens are primarily secreted by the testes in males.

Question 11

The nurse plans medication education for a client who receives a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra). What will the best plan by the nurse include?

Accepted Answer

Sildenafil (Viagra) should not be taken more than once in a 24-hour period to avoid potential side effects and complications.

Question 12

The client comes to the clinic and asks for a prescription for tadalafil (Cialis). What is a priority assessment question for the nurse to ask?

Accepted Answer

Tadalafil (Cialis) can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure if taken with nitrates like nitroglycerine, so it is crucial to assess for nitrate use.

Question 13

The goal of androgen therapy in men is to

Accepted Answer

Androgen therapy in men is primarily used to increase libido, especially in cases of low testosterone levels.

Question 14

A male client has been prescribed finasteride (Proscar). Which medication education should the nurse provide?

Accepted Answer

Finasteride can be absorbed through the skin and may harm a male fetus, so pregnant women should not handle crushed or broken tablets.

Question 15

A male patient is being treated for infertility. The nurse evaluates that treatment has met the goal of endocrine pharmacotherapy if which finding is assessed?

Accepted Answer

A sperm count of 22 million/mL is within the normal range, indicating successful treatment of infertility.

Question 16

The client receives androgen therapy and is concerned about recent body changes as a result of the therapy. He tells the nurse he is not sure if the treatment is worth it. What is the best therapeutic response by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

This response acknowledges the client's feelings and opens up a dialogue for the client to express his concerns, which is a key aspect of therapeutic communication.

Question 17

The primary function of luteinizing hormone (LH) in men is to

Accepted Answer

Luteinizing hormone (LH) in men primarily stimulates the production of testosterone by acting on the Leydig cells in the testes.

Question 18

A client with benign prostatic hyperplasia is to receive finasteride (Proscar). The nurse understands that this drug works by

Accepted Answer

Finasteride (Proscar) works by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which leads to the shrinkage of the enlarged prostate gland.

Question 19

A male client has erectile dysfunction. Which systems should be assessed that could contribute to the erectile dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

The nursing instructor teaches student nurses about male reproductive function and the role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). The instructor evaluates learning has occurred when the students make which statement?

Accepted Answer

FSH in males is primarily responsible for regulating sperm production by stimulating the Sertoli cells in the testes.

Quiz 47: Drugs for Disorders and Conditions of the Male Reproductive System Ma

An 18-year-old male is being evaluated for hypogonadism. The nurse would evaluate which physical findings as supporting that tentative diagnosis?

A client has benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and hypertension. Which medication could the client safely receive for hypertension?

The nurse plans to teach a class on anabolic steroids to a group of high school athletes. What will the best plan by the nurse include?

A male client is considered infertile. He asks the nurse why drug companies aren't developing drugs to treat this problem. What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is assessing a client and notes that he is receiving finasteride (Proscar) . The client denies having any history of a significant prostate disorder. What is the best assessment question for the nurse to ask at this time?

A male client comes to the emergency department complaining of nocturia and nonspecific fullness in the lower pelvic region. What is the best assessment question for the nurse to ask the client?

The client has been prescribed doxazosin (Cardura) . What teaching should the nurse provide?

The drug that will most likely be used for treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) is

The newly licensed nurse is preparing to administer a high dose of androgen to the female client. The nurse manager asks for the rationale. What is the best response by the new nurse?

Androgen is secreted by

The nurse plans medication education for a client who receives a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra) . What will the best plan by the nurse include?

The client comes to the clinic and asks for a prescription for tadalafil (Cialis) . What is a priority assessment question for the nurse to ask?

The goal of androgen therapy in men is to

A male client has been prescribed finasteride (Proscar) . Which medication education should the nurse provide?

A male patient is being treated for infertility. The nurse evaluates that treatment has met the goal of endocrine pharmacotherapy if which finding is assessed?

The client receives androgen therapy and is concerned about recent body changes as a result of the therapy. He tells the nurse he is not sure if the treatment is worth it. What is the best therapeutic response by the nurse?

The primary function of luteinizing hormone (LH) in men is to

A client with benign prostatic hyperplasia is to receive finasteride (Proscar) . The nurse understands that this drug works by

A male client has erectile dysfunction. Which systems should be assessed that could contribute to the erectile dysfunction?

The nursing instructor teaches student nurses about male reproductive function and the role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) . The instructor evaluates learning has occurred when the students make which statement?