In Counseling a Man with Erectile Dysfunction About a Prescription

question 28

Multiple Choice

In counseling a man with erectile dysfunction about a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra) ,when should the nurse suggest a different treatment?

• A) The patient is over 50 years of age.
• B) The patient takes nitroglycerin for angina.
• C) The patient is more than 50 pounds overweight.
• D) The patient is a long-term diabetic.

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