A 54-year-old diabetic patient has come to the urology clinic complaining of erectile dysfunction. His history includes obesity, coronary artery disease that required CABG 3 years ago, hypertension, and gout.
The nurse practitioner is reviewing his record in order to prescribe medication. The practitioner is considering prescribing sildenafil (Viagra). Which of the following home medications is contraindicated if taken concurrently with sildenafil?
A)
Diltiazem (Cardizem), a calcium channel blocker
B)
Cordarone (amiodarone), an antiarrhythmic
C)
Imdur (isosorbide mononitrate), a vasodilator
D)
Lasix (furosemide), a diuretic
Question 2
A male college student has arrived at the student clinic complaining of tingling, itching, and pains in his groin.
Upon inspection, the nurse notices some pustules and vesicles. While taking a detailed sexual history, the nurse should ask which of the following questions to rule out further complications?
A)
Do you get cold sores very often?
B)
Do you have pain when you urinate or have difficulty starting the stream?
C)
Have you noticed excessive swelling in your scrotum the last few days?
D)
Have you been experiencing flank pain and bloody urine?
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