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sheilaspns

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The nurse understands that which statement refers to the use of nitroglycerin sublingual tablets in hospitalized persons?
 
  a. When clients need nitroglycerin, they should ask the nurse for it.
  b. Nitroglycerin is stored in medication cups by the bedside.
  c. The client is instructed to inform the nurse whenever it is taken.
  d. Sublingual therapy is used exclusively for outpatients.

Question 2

When evaluating the effectiveness of client teaching about home use of sublingual nitroglycerin, which of the following comments would demonstrate client understanding:
 
  a. I can stand or sit when taking my medication but I shouldn't drive.
  b. I should get a fresh supply of my medicine every 3 months.
  c. I shouldn't drink beer but other alcoholic beverages are fine.
  d. I need to close the medicine bottle lid tightly after swallowing my medication.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This medication can be stored at the client's bedside.
B Incorrect: The medication should remain in original container with lid tightly closed.
C Correct: This statement is true because of client self-administration.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: The client should sit or lie down.
B Correct: This statement is true and indicates client understanding.
C Incorrect: Alcoholic beverages should be avoided.
D Incorrect: Sublingual nitroglycerin should not be swallowed.




sheilaspns

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


amandalm

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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