A client experiencing moderate symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is prescribed tamsulosin (Flomax). What will the nurse instruct the client about this medication?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. "This medication will not affect your blood pressure."
2. "This medication improves urine flow."
3. "You will see an improvement in symptoms in 1 to 2 weeks."
4. "You may experience a headache or dizziness with this medication."
5. "Notify your health care provider if you experience fatigue when taking this medication."
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Tamsulosin (Flomax) at normal doses has no effect on blood pressure.
Rationale 2: Tamsulosin (Flomax) improves urine flow.
Rationale 3: Tamsulosin (Flomax) improves symptoms in 1 to 2 weeks.
Rationale 4: Common adverse effects of tamsulosin (Flomax) include headache and dizziness.
Rationale 5: Fatigue is a common adverse effect of tamsulosin (Flomax) and does not need to be reported to the health care provider.
Global Rationale: Tamsulosin (Flomax) at normal doses has no effect on blood pressure. The medication does improve urine flow and takes 1 to 2 weeks to be fully effective. Common adverse effects of tamsulosin (Flomax) include headache and dizziness. Fatigue is a common adverse effect of tamsulosin (Flomax) and does not need to be reported to the health care provider.
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