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MACE Medication Assistant Exam Prep

Category - Cardiovascular

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Mr. Nelson, 64 years old, is prescribed sublingual nitroglycerine for the treatment of angina pectoris. What response from the client indicates that he understands this medication?
  1. “Will the physician give me a year’s supply of nitroglycerine tablets?”
  2. “I will carry my nitroglycerine tablets in the inside pocket of my jacket so they are always close.”
  3. “I usually take three of my nitroglycerine tablets at the same time. I find that they work better that way.”
  4. “I have a small labeled case for a few nitroglycerine tablets that I carry with me when I go out.”
Explanation
Answer - D - Nitroglycerine loses potency over time when exposed to light and heat. The tablets should be kept cool, dry, and in a dark container. Clients should get a new bottle every 6 months and store in a cool place; tablets should be taken 5 minutes apart, taking more than one tablet at a time can actually decrease the effectiveness of the drug and may cause severe hypotension.
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