A 65 year old man is prescribed Flomax (Tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. The patient lives in an upstairs apartment. The nurse is most concerned ab

A 65 year old man is prescribed Flomax (Tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. The patient lives in an upstairs apartment. The nurse is most concerned about which side effect of Flomax?

1. Hypotension
2. Tachycardia
3. Back Pain
4. Difficulty Urinating

Ans: 1. Hypotension
Correct – Hypotension can lead to dizziness and a risk for injury to the patient.