A nurse is working with a patient in the clinic who has erectile dysfunction. The patient has been prescribed sildenafil (Viagra). The patient wants to do everything he can to promote effectiveness of the drug. The nurse will instruct him to
A) avoid taking the drug with a high-protein meal.
B) avoid taking the drug with a high-fat meal.
C) drink plenty of fluids.
D) take a double dose of the drug.
B
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Before the nurse contacts a home care agency, who should write the order for the client to receive home care? 1. Physician 2. Nurse 3. Social worker 4. Physical therapist