The nurse is teaching a male patient about sildenafil citrate (Viagra) prescribed for erectile dysfunction. Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
A) "A change in vision is to be expected.".
B) "This medication is birth control for men.".
C) "I can take this medication several times a day.".
D) "I should report to my health care provider an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours.".
D
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An erection lasting more than 4 hours can occur when taking sildenafil citrate (Viagra). This condition can lead to penile tissue damage and should be reported to a health care provider. A change in vision should be reported to the health care provider. Sildenafil citrate (Viagra) is not birth control. This medication should be taken up to one dose per day.
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