The Patient Takes Nitroglycerine (Nitrostat) for Relief of Occasional Stable

question 4

Multiple Choice

The patient takes nitroglycerine (Nitrostat) for relief of occasional stable angina. The nurse would be most concerned about which statement made by the patient?

• A) "I'm getting married tomorrow; I hope my erectile dysfunction isn't a problem."
• B) "I'm going water skiing tomorrow; I hope my angina isn't a problem."
• C) "I really don't like those little pills. I've heard about patches: can I try them?"
• D) "My angina has been a little more frequent. Do I need a painkiller too?"

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