The client admitted with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is prescribed an alpha-adrenergic blocker. The client is prescribed prazosin (Minipress) for the treatment of BPH
When providing care to this client, which is a priority assessment related to this medication?
A) Blood pressure
B) Pain rating
C) Respiratory rate
D) Temperature
Answer: A
The medication prazosin (Minipress) is an alpha-adrenergic blocker that may cause first-dose phenomenon (severe hypotension and syncope) and tachycardia. When administering this medication to a client diagnosed with BPH, the priority assessment is the client's blood pressure.
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