A Patient with Angina Pectoris Is Being Discharged with Nitroglycerin

question 48

Multiple Choice

A patient with angina pectoris is being discharged with nitroglycerin tablets. Which of the instructions does the nurse include in the teaching?

• A) "When your chest pain begins, lie down and place one tablet under your tongue. If the pain continues, take another tablet in 5 minutes."
• B) "Place one tablet under your tongue. If the pain is not relieved in 15 minutes, go to the hospital."
• C) "Continue your activity. If the pain does not go away in 10 minutes, begin taking the nitro tablets one every 5 minutes for 15 minutes, then go lie down."
• D) "Place one nitro tablet under your tongue. If a burning sensation and headache occur, call your doctor immediately."

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