A 55-year-old man presents at the clinic complaining of erectile dysfunction. The patient has a history of diabetes mellitus. The physician orders tadalafil (Cialis) to be taken 1 hour before sexual intercourse
The nurse reviews the patient's history before instructing the patient on the use of this medication. What disorder (or condition) would contraindicate the use of tadalafil (Cialis)? A) Cataracts
B) Penile implant
C) Hypotension
D) Lung cancer
B
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Patients with a penile implant should not take tadalafil. Patients with cataracts, hypotension, or lung cancer may take tadalafil if needed but should do so with caution and should be carefully monitored for adverse effects.
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