The nurse is providing care to a patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).Which drug classification should the nurse include in the patient's plan of care?

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Alpha-adrenergic agonists such as tamsulosin and terazosin can be used for the treatment of BPH by reducing smooth muscle tone in the prostate and bladder neck. This can help to increase urine flow and reduce symptoms of urinary retention. Diuretics are not typically used for BPH, though they may be prescribed for comorbid conditions such as hypertension or heart failure. Anticholinergics can worsen urinary retention in BPH. Topical estrogen is not typically used for BPH but may be used for postmenopausal women with vulvovaginal atrophy.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient with Benign