A nurse is gathering data from an older adult client.
Which finding should alert the nurse to a potential bladder infection?

Choice A rationale

Drinking milk with the medication is not recommended because calcium can bind to alendronate, reducing its absorption.

Choice B rationale

Alendronate should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before the first food, beverage, or other medication of the day.

Choice C rationale

Patients should sit upright for at least 30 minutes after taking alendronate to prevent esophageal irritation.

Choice D rationale

Alendronate tablets should be swallowed whole, not chewed, to prevent oropharyngeal ulceration.

Choice A rationale

While it’s true that there are other ways to express intimacy besides intercourse, this response may not address the patient’s specific concern about sexual function following an orchiectomy.

Choice B rationale

This response directly addresses the patient’s concern. The removal of a single testicle does not typically prevent a man from having an erection or enjoying sexual activity.

Choice C rationale

While focusing on recovery is important, this response may not be helpful to the patient. It does not address his concern about sexual function and may make him feel that his concerns are being dismissed.

Choice D rationale

This response may not be helpful to the patient. It does not address his concern about sexual function and may make him feel that his feelings are being minimized.