While giving a history, a patient reports having a weak urinary stream and feeling that his bladder is not empty after urination. Based on these data, what finding does the nurse anticipate upon examination?
A) An enlarged prostate gland palpated on the anterior wall of the rectum
B) An indirect hernia palpated through the inguinal ring when the patient coughs
C) The foreskin of the penis cannot be returned to position after retraction behind the glans
D) A nodular prostate gland palpated on the posterior wall of the rectum

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The enlarged prostate compresses the urethra, causing difficulties with voiding. A hernia would not interfere with voiding. Option C is a description of paraphimosis. The posterior prostate is palpated on the anterior surface of the rectum.

While Giving a History, a Patient Reports Having a Weak