In counseling a man with erectile dysfunction about a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra), the nurse would suggest a different remedy if the patient was:
a. over 50 years of age.
b. taking nitroglycerin for angina.
c. more than 50 pounds overweight.
d. a long-term diabetic.
B
Viagra is contraindicated if the patient is also taking nitrates because the combination can cause significant hypotension. Age, weight, and diabetes are not contraindications for the use of Via-gra.
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