Isosorbide Dinitrate Is a Long-Acting Nitrate Given Twice Daily

question 4

Multiple Choice

Isosorbide dinitrate is a long-acting nitrate given twice daily. The schedule for administration is 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. because:

• A) Long-acting forms have a higher risk for toxicity.
• B) Orthostatic hypotension is a common adverse effect.
• C) It must be taken with milk or food.
• D) Nitrate tolerance can develop.

---

Definitions:

Anteversion

A position where an organ, such as the uterus, is tilted forward.

Retroversion

A condition where an organ, such as the uterus, is tilted backward instead of its normal position.

Episiotomy

A surgical cut made in the perineum (the area between the vagina and the anus) to widen the vaginal opening for childbirth.

Colposcopy

A diagnostic procedure that uses a colposcope to closely examine the cervix, vagina, and vulva for signs of disease.