Nursing Care of the Elderly with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Abstract

Introduction: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common health issue found in the male elderly from the conversion of the prostatic condition leading to urinary issues and deteriorating the condition of already occurring chronic diseases. The repetition of urination disturbs sleep, daily routines, and causes the instability of mental states and emotions. Additionally, it prompts anxiety and decreases self-confidence, social interaction, and affects living and long-term quality of life (QOL).  

Objectives: To propose nursing care of the elderly with BPH  in which allows them to adjust to disease conditions and regain QOL.  

Key issues: The role of nursing care of the elderly with BPH  consists of the evaluation of the prostatic states, the management of  symptoms and problematic issues found in prostatic hyperplasia, the promotion of urination, and the care of elderly undergone prostatic surgery.

Conclusions: The key principles of nursing care of the elderly with BPH  were to alleviate the symptoms caused by the congested urine, and lessen complications from abnormal urination.

Implications: Nurses should investigate causes of abnormal urination, promptly evaluate, select appropriate treatment related to  health issue, and educate patients about BPH  focusing on long-term self-care to alleviate the symptoms of abnormal urination in which covers the treatment.