A patient who is being admitted to the ED with severe chest pain gives the nurse the following list of medications taken at home.Which medication has the most immediate implications for the patient's care?

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Sildenafil (Viagra) is a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction and can interact dangerously with nitroglycerin (a medication commonly used to treat chest pain) and other nitrate medications, leading to severe hypotension (low blood pressure). The nurse should immediately inform the healthcare provider and withhold sildenafil until further orders are given.

A Patient Who Is Being Admitted to the ED with Severe