Asked by Ahmed Ismail on Jul 04, 2024

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Which educational topic is the highest priority for a patient who has received a new prescription for sildenafil?

A) Condoms must be used to prevent spread of STIs even though contraception is not needed.
B) The sildenafil tablet may be split into two pieces if the patient has difficulty swallowing the tablet whole.
C) Sildenafil is most effective when the tablet is taken approximately 1 hour before sexual activity.
D) Eating a high-fat meal before taking sildenafil may reduce effectiveness of the medication.

Sildenafil

A pharmaceutical drug primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary arterial hypertension by increasing blood flow to the penis and relaxing blood vessel walls.

STIs

Sexually Transmitted Infections, diseases that are primarily spread through sexual activity, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex.

High-fat Meal

A meal consisting of foods that are rich in fats, which can affect the body's metabolism and heart health.

  • Evaluate the role of communication, both in assessing patient needs and in educating patients about self-care and prevention strategies.
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Ramadan BarakatJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Sexual activity due to medications like sildenafil has caused an increase in sexually transmitted infections in the elderly.Condoms must be used to prevent spread of STIs even though contraception is not needed.Teaching about splitting the pill,timing of the dosage,and dietary considerations are not as important as STI prevention.