A patient diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia is prescribed the alpha-blocking medication terazosin (Hytrin)to reduce symptoms.For which side effect should the nurse monitor this patient?

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Alpha-blocking medications dilate vessels,so the nurse should monitor the patient for hypotension.A.B.D.Headache,dry mouth,and urinary frequency are also possible but are not life or health threatening.

A Patient Diagnosed with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Is Prescribed the Alpha-Blocking