A patient has been prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin. Which key points will you teach the patient about this drug? (select all that apply)
a. Keep the tablet in place until it is dissolved.
b. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water.
c. A tingling sensation means that the drug is potent.
d. Do not eat anything until after the tablet is dissolved.
e. Call your prescriber if chest pain persists after one tablet.
ANS: A, C, D, E
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