Author Question: When applying nitroglycerin ointment, which of the following would be appropriate? Select all that ... (Read 62 times)

corkyiscool3328 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

When applying nitroglycerin ointment, which of the following would be appropriate? Select all that apply.

A) Wear plastic disposable gloves.
B) Apply entire tube of ointment to client's skin.
C) Use the same application site each time ointment is applied.
D) Cleanse the area of skin before application.
E) Use the upper arms and legs for application.

Question 2

A client is prescribed verapamil as treatment for his angina. Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client? Select all that apply.

A) Caplets may be opened and sprinkled on food.
B) Drug should be administered without regard to meals.
C) Tablet coverings can be expelled in the stool.
D) Caplets should be swallowed whole.
E) Drug should be administered with a meal.

Animal_Goddess · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, D, E
Feedback:
The nurse should wear plastic gloves while administering ointment and use application paper to measure and apply ointment to the client's chest, abdomen, or upper arms and legs. The application site should be rotated and cleansed with each application.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C, E
Feedback:
Verapamil frequently causes GI upset and should be administered with a meal. Caplets may be opened and sprinkled on food or mixed in liquids for clients who have difficulty swallowing. Sometimes the tablet coverings are expelled in the stool.