Question

the nurse is preparing to teach discharge instructions to a client with angina. which instruction should the nurse prioritize giving the client when teaching about the prescribed oral nitroglycerin?

Answer 1

When giving the client discharge instructions on how to correctly apply nitroglycerin ointment, the nurse should mention which instruction.

What should the nurse explain to the angina patient while explaining how to take nitroglycerin tablets?

• Adults: At the first indication of an angina attack, insert 1 tablet under the tongue or in the space between the cheek and gum.
• Use 1 pill as needed, up to 15 minutes at a time, every 5 minutes.
• Take no more than three tablets in a 15-minute period. Use 1 tablet 5 to 10 minutes prior to the activity to prevent angina from stress or exertion.
• Patients should be advised not to eat or smoke while receiving medication because doing so could affect absorption. 

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