The nurse is caring for a patient with erectile dysfunction (ED). Which medication should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for this patient? Select all that apply.

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Tadalafil (Cialis), Sildenafil (Viagra), and Vardenafil (Levitra) are phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. Buspirone (BuSpar) is an anxiolytic, and Methylphenidate (Ritalin) is a stimulant medication used primarily for ADHD, neither of which are used for ED.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Erectile Dysfunction