Which of the following parameters would a health care provider ...

[washai]

Which of the following parameters would a health care provider need to assess to accurately de-tect the most common adverse effect of nitroglycerin therapy?
 
  a. One-minute pulse
  b. Blood pressure
  c. Oxygen saturation
  d. Respiratory rate

Question 2

Which of the following types of foods listed should be avoided by a patient taking digoxin (Lanoxin) for at least 2 hours before or after taking the digoxin dose?
 
  a. Cooked vegetables
  b. Canned fruits
  c. Red meats
  d. Dairy products

[ilianabrrr]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The adverse effects of nitrates are almost all secondary to their action on the cardiovascular sys-tem. The decreased afterload produced by arteriolar dilation causes hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Dairy products such as milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice cream should be avoided for 2 hours before and after the dose because these foods reduce drug absorption.

[washai]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[Animal_Goddess]

Gracias!