A nurse instructs a client who is taking oral nitrates to store the drug in which manner? Select all that apply
A) In its original container
B) With the container lid tightly sealed
C) With other medications in the container
D) In a plastic pill box so doses are not missed
E) Away from light exposure
Ans: A, B, E
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The proper storage of oral nitroglycerin includes keeping tablets and capsules in their original container, never mixing oral nitroglycerin with other drugs in a container, never storing oral nitroglycerin in a plastic container, keeping the drug away from light, and always replacing the container tightly and as soon as the drug is removed.
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