A Client Had a Prostatectomy and Is Asking the Nurse

question 6

Multiple Choice

A client had a prostatectomy and is asking the nurse about the medications he is getting. He becomes alarmed when the nurse lists sildenafil (Viagra) , saying "But that's for ED! I was told I wouldn't have ED with this procedure!" The best response by the nurse is

• A) "ED is a possible complication after all types of prostatectomies."
• B) "It's being prescribed during your recovery to keep the blood flow to the penis."
• C) "Oh, I didn't realize you weren't told about this. I'll call the doctor."
• D) "Taking it regularly will help prevent ED after prostate surgery."

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