The nurse is caring for a 52-year-old man who reports increased difficulty voiding urine.Which of the following tests would the nurse expect to find included in the diagnostic evaluation? Select all that apply.
A)Prostate specific antigen (PSA)
B)Digital rectal exam
C)Ultrasound (US)of the prostate
D)Colonoscopy
E)Barium enema

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Increased difficulty voiding urine is a symptom commonly seen in men with prostate problems. PSA is a blood test that can screen for prostate cancer, while a digital rectal exam allows for palpation of the prostate gland. Ultrasound can be used to visualize the size and structure of the prostate. A colonoscopy and barium enema are not relevant to evaluating difficulty with urination.

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