FAU Advanced Health Assessment Practice Test

Which symptom is commonly associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia?

1. Weight loss

2. Bone pain

3. Nocturia

4. Fever

The correct answer is: Nocturia

Nocturia is a symptom commonly associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a condition that leads to the enlargement of the prostate gland, which can press against the urethra and disrupt normal urinary function. This interferes with the bladder's ability to store urine, resulting in increased urgency and frequency of urination, particularly during the night. Nocturia specifically refers to the need to wake up during the night to urinate, which is a distressing and common symptom for those suffering from BPH. While weight loss, bone pain, and fever can indicate other medical conditions, they are not characteristic of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Weight loss may suggest malignancy or metabolic issues, bone pain could relate to osteoporosis or cancer metastasis, and fever typically indicates an infection or inflammatory process, neither of which are typical presentations in men experiencing BPH.