The Nurse Is Teaching a Patient About Using Sublingual Nitroglycerin

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching a patient about using sublingual nitroglycerin at home. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

• A) "I may put the tablet in food if I don't like the taste."
• B) "I may take a sip of water after placing the tablet in my mouth."
• C) "I will place the tablet between my cheek and gum."
• D) "I will place the tablet under my tongue and let it absorb."

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Definitions:

Cerebral Hemispheres

The two halves of the brain, divided into the left and right hemispheres, each responsible for different functions and controlling opposite sides of the body.

Hindbrain

The posterior part of the brain that includes the cerebellum and brainstem, involved in regulating basic life functions such as breathing and heartbeat.

Nervous System

The nervous system is a complex network of nerves and cells that carry messages to and from the brain and spinal cord to various parts of the body, controlling both voluntary and involuntary actions.

Endocrine System

A collection of glands that secrete hormones into the bloodstream, affecting various aspects of bodily function from growth to metabolism.