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 B
Explanation
Metoclopramide is a prokinetic agent that increases the motility of the upper gastrointestinal tract. Metoclopramide helps accelerate gastric emptying and promotes movement of food through the digestive system. This action can alleviate symptoms of nausea and vomiting by reducing the likelihood of food staying in the stomach for an extended period, which can contribute to feelings of discomfort.
A. Metoclopramide does not increase or decrease gastric acid secretions.
C. Metoclopramide accelerates peristalsis or the movement of food through the gastrointestinal tract.
D. Metoclopramide increases muscle tone and GI motility
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Rationale- Glipizide is an oral hypoglycemic agent. It belongs to a class of drugs referred to as sulfonyl ureas. It acts on the beta cells of the pancreases to stimulate release of insulin. This helps the body in lowering blood glucose levels appropriately.
A. Glipizide help in lowering blood sugars after carbohydrate metabolism, it does not directly absorb excess carbohydrates in the system.
B. Glipizide has no effect on the liver
D. Glipizide stimulates the pancreas to release more insulin but not to replace- it is not an insulin
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