Which classification of drugs has the greatest potential for ...

[serike]

Which classification of drugs has the greatest potential for causing sexual dysfunction?
 
  a. Diuretics
  b. Antihypertensives
  c. Appetite suppressants
  d. Gastrointestinal (GI) antiinflammatory agents

Question 2

What is the rationale for seeking information about the effects of prescribed medications on a patient's sexual function?
 
  a. Sexual dysfunction may result from use of prescription medications.
  b. The question eases the transition to questioning about sexual practices.
  c. Patients are more comfortable talking about medications than about sex.
  d. The question provides an opening to question about nonprescription drug use.

[Bsand8]

Answer to Question 1

B
Antihypertensive medications, antihistamines, anticholinergics, chemotherapeutic agents, and antiseizure drugs can cause reduced sexual desire and/or orgasmic disorders in both men and women. The other drug classes listed are not known for these types of effects.

Answer to Question 2

A
A nursing history should include questions about sexual health. The side effects of several groups of drugs include impotence or delayed ejaculation in men and diminished responsiveness in women.

[serike]

Excellent

[bigsis44]

Gracias!