About
Inflammation of the prostate gland.
Assess
Difficulty with urination, urgency, rectal pain, perineal pain, decreased libido, ejaculatory pain; may have fever, chills
Complications
Epididymitis; prostate abscess; cystitis
Diagnosis
Acute pain related to inflammation
Urinary retention related to outlet obstruction and swelling
Goals
The client will be free form infection.
Interventions
- Monitor pain levels and utilize prn medications if elevated.
- Encourage increased fluid intake.
- Administer antibiotics, stool softeners, NSAIDS, etc. as ordered.
- Teach about antibiotic therapy including duration, side effects, rationale for use.
- Teach client activities that may help promote draining of the prostate ( masturbating, sexual intercourse).
- Teach client to avoid medications ( antihistamines, anticholinergics, decongestants) that may cause urinary retention.
- Teach client to abstain from alcohol, caffeine, and other foods/drinks that may irritate symptoms.
- Monitor for signs/ symptoms of complications.
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