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Tirant22

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A client was prescribed a transdermal nitroglycerin patch, 5 mg/24 hr. What is an important point of instruction for the client?
 
  a. Leave the old patch on when applying the new patch.
  b. Change to a new site when applying the new nitroglycerin patch.
  c. Apply the nitroglycerin patch only to the chest area.
  d. The patch medication area may be touched while applying it.

Question 2

A nurse is preparing to administer nitroglycerin (NTG) via the sublingual route. The nurse knows that nitroglycerin tablets are administered sublingually to:
 
  a. avoid the bitter taste.
  b. prevent nausea and vomiting.
  c. absorb readily into the circulation.
  d. undergo first-pass metabolism.


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kusterl

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The client should change to a new site when applying a new nitroglycerin patch.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Sublingual medications are absorbed quickly into the bloodstream and are ready for action earlier than oral medications.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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