When applying transdermal nitroglycerin patches, which instruction by the nurse is correct?
a. Rotate application sites with each dose.
b. Use only the chest area for application sites.
c. Temporarily remove the patch if you go swimming.
d. Apply the patch to the same site each time.
Question 2
A patient arrives in the emergency department with severe chest pain. The patient reports that the pain has been occurring off and on for a week now. Which assessment finding would indicate the need for cautious use of nitrates and nitrites?
a. Blood pressure of 88/62 mm Hg
b. Apical pulse rate of 110 beats/min
c. History of renal disease
d. History of a myocardial infarction 2 years ago
Critical thinking involves analysis in which the nurse examines patient data available from a variet
The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
Nurse-patient interaction; nonverbal communication
A nurse administers an intermittent bolus feeding.
NURSE CARING BEHAVIORS AS
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