Nitroglycerin Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is the action of nitroglycerin
Systemic and coronary vasodilation
What conditions are treated with nitro
Angia, cocaine abuse and activities that cause chest pain
If nitro is given sublingually for angina pain and it is not relieved what do you do
Give a tablet every 5 minutes 3 times over 15 minutes call 911 after the first dose
SL nitro is given and client reports stinging
This is normal - tablet is fresh
Most common side effect of nitro
Headache
Then hypotension, tachycardia, dizzy, syncope
Never place a nitro patch over
A pacemaker
What procedure do we remove the nitro patch for
MRI
Do you take nitro prophylactically?
Yes typically before sex or exercise 5 to 10 minutes before
What medication should never be taken with nitro
Sildenafil
IV nitro and all IV dysrhythmics should be placed on
Infusion\pump
What is verapamil used for
Also to treat blood pressure and angina
Clinical priorities for Nitroglycerin
no eating or drinking when sublingual is given
Can be placed under the tongue or between cheek and gum
