ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology safety Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse administered nitroglycerin sublingually to a client who has angina pectoris and experienced chest pain. The client states that his chest pain is relieved but now he has a headache. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because headache is a common side effect of nitroglycerin due to its vasodilatory effects. The nurse should educate the client that this side effect is expected and may diminish with continued use.
Choice B is incorrect because an allergic reaction would present with more severe symptoms beyond just a headache.
Choice C is incorrect as it does not address the physiological reason for the headache.
Choice D is incorrect as tolerance to nitroglycerin does not manifest as a headache.
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