Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A client with benign prostatic BPH hyperplasia receives a new prescription of tamsulosin. Which intervention should the nurse perform to monitor for an adverse reaction? Which intervention should the nurse perform to monitor for an adverse reaction?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Tamsulosin, an alpha-blocker, can cause orthostatic hypotension, increasing fall risk. Measuring blood pressure regularly monitors for this adverse reaction, ensuring safety. Bladder scans and urine output assess BPH symptoms, not tamsulosin side effects, and weights are unrelated.