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MirandaLo

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A patient asks the nurse why nitroglycerin is given sublingually. The nurse will explain that nitroglycerin is administered by this route for which reason?
 
  a. To avoid hypotension
  b. To increase absorption
  c. To minimize gastrointestinal upset
  d. To prevent hepatotoxicity

Question 2

A patient is ordered to receive a nitrate to relieve stable angina. What side effect(s) will the nurse anticipate in a patient receiving this medication?
 
  a. Nausea and vomiting
  b. Increased blood pressure
  c. Pruritus and skin rash
  d. Pounding headache


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hugthug12

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

ANS: B
Nitroglycerin is given sublingually to avoid first-pass metabolism by the liver, which would occur if the drug is swallowed. It does not prevent hypotension. Gastrointestinal upset and hepatotoxicity usually do not occur.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The pounding headache is related to vasodilation of the cerebral vessels. Nitrates decrease blood pressure.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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