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nmorano1 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient is diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. He asks what effect sildenafil (Viagra) has because he is taking nitroglycerin for chest pain. What is the best explanation for why nitrates are contraindicated with sildenafil (Viagra)?

A) Nitroglycerin and Viagra cause a severe decrease in blood pressure.
B) Nitroglycerin and Viagra can lead to prostate cancer.
C) Nitroglycerin decreases the effect of Viagra for erectile dysfunction.
D) Nitroglycerin and Viagra will diminish the effectiveness of chest pain relief.

Question 2

An elderly patient has taken ibuprofen (Motrin) 800 mg two times per day for the past 3 years. Which of the following laboratory tests is the priority assessment?

A) Renin and aldosterone levels
B) 24-hour urine for microalbumin
C) Blood urea nitrogen and serum creatinine
D) Complete blood count

leeeep · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
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Nitrates and phosphodiesterase enzyme type 5 inhibitors decrease blood pressure, and the combined effect can produce profound, life-threatening hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

C
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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents in long-term use can cause renal impairment. The patient should be assessed for renal impairment with the elevation of the serum BUN and creatinine. NSAIDs do not affect renin and aldosterone levels. A 24-hour urine for microalbumin is not recommended when administering ibuprofen. A complete blood count may not be necessary.