Stating several months of urinary frequency and nocturia

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A 70 year old male presents stating several months of urinary frequency and nocturia. In the office today, his fasting fingerstick glucose is 104 mg/dl and his urinalysis results are below. Unfortunately, you don't have any prior labs to compare to as he is a new patient. Upon exam, his prostate is enlarged, asymmetrical, and there is a palpable nodule. Which of the following options is most appropriate? Dipstick Color Yellow Clarity Clear pH 7 Specific Gravity 1.010 Glucose Neg Blood Neg Ketones Neg Protein Neg Bilirubin Neg Leukocyte Esterase Neg Nitrite Neg Group of answer choices Prescribe the patient dutasteride, 0.5 mg once daily and have him follow up in one month Provide reassurance to the patient that these symptoms are common at his age and to follow up with you if they worsen Prescribe the patient tamsulosin, 0.4 mg once daily and have him follow up in one month Refer to urology.

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