Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
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?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Isosorbide. Isosorbide is a nitrate medication used to treat angina by dilating blood vessels, which can lead to a severe drop in blood pressure when combined with sildenafil, a medication for erectile dysfunction that also causes vasodilation. This combination can result in a dangerous decrease in blood pressure, potentially leading to fainting or even a heart attack. Phenytoin, prednisone, and metronidazole do not have significant interactions with sildenafil.