Test your knowledge
Click on the correct responses to the questions below to check your understanding of the key learnings from the video. Each question may have more than one correct response.
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Which of the following customers would NOT be suitable for VIAGRA CONNECT?
- Tony is 20 and occasionally has erection problems. He has been really stressed at work and thinks that could be a factor. He doesn't take other medication
IncorrectTony could be suitable for supply
- Marcus is in his mid-40s and usually has tadalafil 10mg on prescription. He takes occasional NSAIDs and occasionally uses a reliever inhaler for his asthma, but is fit enough to climb a couple of flights of stairs without getting breathless
CorrectUse of other medicines for erectile dysfunction (ED) means that OTC supply is not an option
- Sunil has used sildenafil 50mg in the past, a couple of years ago. He has recently started a new relationship. He had a stroke last year and takes clopidogrel. His blood pressure is fine and he sees his GP regularly for check-ups
IncorrectSunil could be suitable for supply; the stroke was more than 6 months ago and he took the same strength of sildenafil previously
- Adam is 35 and wants to use VIAGRA CONNECT. He only occasionally finds that he is unable to get an erection - more often if with a new partner. He takes propranolol to prevent migraines, but no other medicines apart from occasional painkillers
IncorrectAdam could be suitable for supply; betablockers are not contra-indicated. However, you might want to make him aware that headaches are a common side effect
- Tony is 20 and occasionally has erection problems. He has been really stressed at work and thinks that could be a factor. He doesn't take other medication
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Mr Agwar (62) is enquiring about purchasing VIAGRA CONNECT. As you are discussing his cardiovascular health, he mentions that although he doesn't get breathless, he is aware that he doesn't exercise enough and his diet isn't great. He knows he could do with losing a few pounds. He hasn't been to see his GP for years and is glad that he can now purchase VIAGRA CONNECT over the counter.
What would you be concerned about? (Select all those that apply)
- He may have an enlarged prostate
IncorrectHe hasn’t mentioned anything that indicates an enlarged prostate
- He may have diabetes
IncorrectHe hasn't mentioned symptoms that indicate diabetes, such as increased thirst; however, he could be at risk so additional questioning might be appropriate
- He may have high cholesterol
CorrectHis weight and diet, and the fact that he hasn't seen a GP for a regular cholesterol level check, would be concerning
- He may have high blood pressure
CorrectHis weight, diet, lack of exercise and the fact that he hasn't seen a GP for a regular BP check are all reasons for concern
- He may have an enlarged prostate
Updating your knowledge on VIAGRA CONNECT could count towards one of your CPD entries as part of your revalidation.
The Pharmacy Checklist and Essential Information have been updated to reinforce the messages included in this training, so you should use these updated materials in your consultations. Further detailed training, including a range of resources for pharmacy support staff, can be found here.