Author Question: A client has been using sildenafil (Viagra) for several months. Which client reports would the nurse ... (Read 84 times)

wrbasek0 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client has been using sildenafil (Viagra) for several months. Which client reports would the nurse interpret as an adverse effect of this medication?

1. Nasal congestion
2. Earache
3. Blurry vision
4. Priapism
5. Photophobia

Question 2

A client has been prescribed testosterone. Which medication education should the nurse provide?

1. Place the patch on a place that does not have hair.
2. Avoid placing the patch on active areas like the thigh or arm.
3. The patch should be changed every 7 days.
4. Observe for a rash at the patch site.
5. Keep these patches away from children.

pratush dev · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: Nasal congestion can occur as an adverse effect of sildenafil.
Rationale 2: Earache is not a known adverse effect of sildenafil.
Rationale 3: Blurry vision is a known adverse effect of sildenafil.
Rationale 4: Sustained erection is a known adverse effect of sildenafil.
Rationale 5: Increased sensitivity to light is a known adverse effect of sildenafil.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,4,5
Rationale 1: The patch should be placed on hair-free skin.
Rationale 2: As long as the skin is dry and hair-free the activity of the area is not an issue.
Rationale 3: The patch is changed daily.
Rationale 4: Skin irritation or rash may occur at the patch site.
Rationale 5: Children should not be exposed to these patches or the patch site.