The Client Admitted with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)is Prescribed an Alpha-Adrenergic

question 59

Multiple Choice

The client admitted with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is prescribed an alpha-adrenergic blocker, prazosin (Minipress) , for the treatment of BPH. When providing care to this client, which assessment is a priority related to this medication?

• A)Blood pressure
• B)Pain rating
• C)Respiratory rate
• D)Temperature

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