A male patient is concerned about the inability to ejaculate during sexual intercourse. What information in the patient's medical record should the nurse use to help determine the cause for the patient's health problem?
Select all that apply.
1. medication for hypertension
2. medication for anxiety
3. treatment for bipolar disorder
4. topical steroid for psoriasis
5. narcotic for chronic back pain
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
The inability to ejaculate may be caused by certain medications, such as antihypertensives, antidepressants, anxiolytics, and narcotics. Topical steroids are not identified as affecting ejaculation.
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