Nitroglycerine (NTG) Is Given for a Patient Having Ischemic Chest

question 5

Multiple Choice

Nitroglycerine (NTG) is given for a patient having ischemic chest pain.One tablet or one spray should be used under the tongue every 5 minutes for three doses.What should be done if the pain has not been relieved after three doses?

• A)911 should be called, and the patient should be transported immediately to the emergency department.
• B)One more dose of NTG may be tried.
• C)The person should be given two aspirin to chew.
• D)A portable defibrillator should be located to ascertain the cardiac rhythm.

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