Client Education About the Use of Sublingual Nitroglycerin Should Include

question 4

Multiple Choice

Client education about the use of sublingual nitroglycerin should include which of the following statements?

• A) "Swallow the tablet 1 minute after it has been in your mouth for maximal effect."
• B) "You can take up to 5 doses for an anginal attack at 3-minute intervals."
• C) "Remember that sublingual nitroglycerin is only stable for approximately 9 to 10 months."
• D) "You might want to sit down for a few minutes after taking the sublingual nitroglycerin so that you don't faint."

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