A client with erectile dysfunction who is prescribed sildenafil asks the nurse, "When should I take the medication?" Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "You should take it every morning when you first get up."
B) "Take it about ½ to 2 hours before you have sexual activity."
C) "You need to take it about 5 minutes before you have intercourse."
D) "Take it at night before bedtime."
B
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