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A client taking nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) for angina asks the nurse to explain possible side effects. What should be included in client teaching? (Select all that apply)

Dizziness

Hyponatremia

Hyperkalemia

Hypotension

Reflex tachycardia

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,D,E

A. Dizziness is a common side effect of nitroglycerin due to its vasodilatory effects.

B. Hyponatremia and hyperkalemia are not typically associated with nitroglycerin use.

C. Hyponatremia is not typically associated with nitroglycerin use.

D. Hypotension is a common side effect of nitroglycerin due to its vasodilatory effects.

E. Reflex tachycardia, or an increase in heart rate, can occur as a compensatory response to the drop in blood pressure caused by nitroglycerin.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. "Noxium" is not a known medication for mood stabilization in bipolar disorder.

B. Valium and Librium are benzodiazepines commonly used for anxiety and are not typically used for mood stabilization in bipolar disorder.

D. Lithium is a mood stabilizer commonly used in the treatment of bipolar disorder to prevent or reduce the severity of manic and depressive episodes.

A. “Leaving the patch off for 8 hours per day helps to delay the development of tolerance. B. “There is no reason to take the patch off each day." C. “You should wear the patch for day and then leave it off for 1 day." D. “You should only wear the patch off for 15 minutes."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Explanation:

A. Leaving the patch off for a certain period each day helps prevent tolerance, ensuring that the medication remains effective over time.

B. Continuous use of the patch without breaks may lead to tolerance, reducing its effectiveness.

C. Wearing the patch continuously without any breaks could lead to tolerance and decreased efficacy.

D. Wearing the patch off for only 15 minutes would not provide enough time for the medication to have a therapeutic effect and would not address the issue of tolerance.

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A client taking nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) for angina asks the nurse to explain possible side effects. What should be included in client teaching? (Select all that apply)

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