Practice Question
A nurse is providing instructions to a client who has a new prescription for sublingual nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) to treat angina pectoris. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"Place the tablet under your tongue, and then take a small sip of water."
Rationale:
🟩 Sublingual nitroglycerin needs moist mucosa for rapid absorption (1–3 min).
🟩 A small sip of water helps dissolve the tablet if the mouth is dry, enhancing uptake.
🟩 Educate to sit/lie down due to vasodilation and risk of hypotension/dizziness.
🟩 Headache/flushing are expected; do not stop the medication for these effects.
🟩 May be used prophylactically before exertion that provokes angina.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
- Answer Choices: 4
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