The nurse is caring for a client who presents with priapism ...

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The nurse is caring for a client who presents with priapism following treatment for erectile dysfunction. Which of the following treatments may cause this disorder?
 
  A) Vacuum erection device
  B) Penile implants
  C) Vasodilating medications
  D) Penile vascular surgery

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a client for an annuloplasty. Which of the following describes the purpose of this type of surgery?
 
  A) Improves the functioning of the chordae tendineae and papillary muscles
  B) Tightens the ring of tissue around the valve
  C) Repairs a floppy or prolapsed valve leaflet
  D) Replaces a defective heart valve

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Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
The client who receives vasodilating medications, such as Viagra, Cialis, MUSE, Caverject, or Edex, may have a side effect known as priapism (a prolonged, uncomfortable erection lasting for 23 hours or longer). The client should be educated to seek medical interventions for sustained erections lasting 3 to 4 hours.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
An annuloplasty is performed to tighten the ring of tissue around the valve. Structural support repair improves the functioning of chordae tendineae and papillary muscles. Valves can also be repaired or replaced.