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1
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Nitroglycerin pharmacotherapy

A

Antianginal drug

Administered during acute angina or right before physical activity.

Should stop angina in 2-4 min.
If angina not stopped after 5 min could be MI, call EMS

**For IV use glass not plastic due to absorption
Cover from light exposure
Use gloves when applying paste or ointment

AE:

  • Headache
  • tachycardia

Contraindications:

  • Hypotension
  • High ICP
2
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Acid-base priority treatment goal

A

Acid: reduce acids in blood

Alkalosis: Address underlying cause