Exploring Treatment Options for Erectile Dysfunction

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Which of the following is a possible treatment for erectile dysfunction from psychogenic causes?

Pharmacologic therapy

Vascular surgery

Penile implants

Referral to a specialist (correct)

What type of therapy may reverse erectile dysfunction secondary to hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal dysfunction?

Vascular surgery

Pharmacologic therapy

Endocrine therapy (correct)

Penile implants

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a treatment option for erectile dysfunction?

Penile implants

Vacuum constriction devices

Urethral suppositories (correct)

Pharmacologic therapy

Who should be involved in the decision-making process for choosing the treatment of erectile dysfunction?

Patient and partner Signup and view all the answers

What should patients be informed of when considering treatment options for erectile dysfunction?

Associated risks and benefits Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adjusting medications in the treatment of erectile dysfunction?

To treat associated disorders Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for considering treatment options for erectile dysfunction?

Consider options in a stepwise fashion Signup and view all the answers

What type of dysfunction may be treated with vascular surgery in the context of erectile dysfunction?

Insufficient penile blood flow Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is mentioned as a possible cause of erectile dysfunction?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What type of therapy is mentioned as a treatment option for erectile dysfunction?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of penile implant mentioned in the text?

Noninflatable prosthesis Signup and view all the answers

What is one complication that can occur after penile implantation?

Infection Signup and view all the answers

Which type of penile prosthesis simulates natural erections and natural flaccidity?

Inflatable prosthesis Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor to consider in choosing a penile prosthesis?

Patient's activities of daily living Signup and view all the answers

What are negative-pressure devices used for in relation to penile health?

Induce an erection Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a constriction band in relation to negative-pressure devices?

To maintain the erection Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with using negative-pressure devices?

Premature loss of penile rigidity Signup and view all the answers

What type of patients may be candidates for penis transplants?

Men with penile injuries Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of penis transplantation surgery?

Restored sexual functioning Signup and view all the answers

What can nurses do to support patients with erectile dysfunction?

Refer to a sex therapist Signup and view all the answers

Exploring Treatment Options for Erectile Dysfunction

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Which of the following is a possible treatment for erectile dysfunction from psychogenic causes?

What type of therapy may reverse erectile dysfunction secondary to hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal dysfunction?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a treatment option for erectile dysfunction?

Who should be involved in the decision-making process for choosing the treatment of erectile dysfunction?

What should patients be informed of when considering treatment options for erectile dysfunction?

What is the purpose of adjusting medications in the treatment of erectile dysfunction?

What is the recommended approach for considering treatment options for erectile dysfunction?

What type of dysfunction may be treated with vascular surgery in the context of erectile dysfunction?

Which of the following is mentioned as a possible cause of erectile dysfunction?

What type of therapy is mentioned as a treatment option for erectile dysfunction?

Which of the following is a type of penile implant mentioned in the text?

What is one complication that can occur after penile implantation?

Which type of penile prosthesis simulates natural erections and natural flaccidity?

What is a factor to consider in choosing a penile prosthesis?

What are negative-pressure devices used for in relation to penile health?

What is the purpose of a constriction band in relation to negative-pressure devices?

What is a potential issue with using negative-pressure devices?

What type of patients may be candidates for penis transplants?

What is the expected outcome of penis transplantation surgery?

What can nurses do to support patients with erectile dysfunction?

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