A nurse in a provider's clinic is caring for a client who reports erectile dysfunction and requests a prescription for sildenafil. Which of the following medications currently prescribed for the client is a contraindication to taking sildenafil?
Metronidazole
Phenytoin
Isosorbide
Prednisone
The Correct Answer is C
Isosorbide is a nitrate vasodilator used to dilate coronary vessels to relieve angina. Sildenafil also dilates peripheral vessels reducing peripheral vascular resistance. Using the two drugs together may lead to lethal drop in blood pressure and shock.
A, B, and D are not contraindicated with Sildenafil as they do not have any significant drug interactions
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Cefoxitin is a cephalosporin with potential cross reactivity with penicillins (amoxicillin)and hence must be avoided in known history of penicillin allergy
B. A recent history of diarrhea for 3 days is not a contraindication for the administration of cefoxitin.
C. A history of phlebitis following an IV infusion of 0.9% sodium chloride with 10 mEq of potassium chloride is not directly related to the administration of cefoxitin.
D. A serum creatinine level of 0.8 mg/dL is within the normal range
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant use to manage muscle spasm in clients with neuromuscular disorders such as multiple sclerosis. Dizziness and drowsiness are among the common side effects of baclofen. Concurrent use of antihistamines can worsen the drowsiness because antihistamines also have a sedative effect
A. Baclofen commonly causes constipation
C. Baclofen can be taken even with a headache
D. Baclofen can be taken with or without food.
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