A 72-year-old patient has been diagnosed with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) and will begin treatment with tamsulosin (Flomax). The patient admits that he is skeptical about the drug's ability to relieve his distressing symptoms
The nurse should respond in what way? A) "Flomax can increase the amount of urine your kidneys produce, resulting in better urine flow."
B) "Flomax can relax your prostate and your bladder neck, making it easier to pass urine."
C) "Flomax makes your urine less alkaline, reducing the irritation that makes your prostate enlarge."
D) "Flomax increases the strength of your bladder muscle and results in a stronger flow of urine."
B
Feedback:
Tamsulosin works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, enhancing the ability to urinate. Blockage of alpha1-adrenergic receptors decreases vascular smooth muscle contraction, influencing the activity of genitourinary smooth muscle. The drug does not change the pH of urine, strengthen the bladder muscle, or increase urine production.
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