A physician writes an order to teach a patient about nitroglycerin. A nurse correctly educates the patient that nitroglycerin (Select all that apply.)
1. Should be swallowed.
2. Is administered sublingually.
3. Is used in the treatment of angina.
4. Should be protected from light and moisture.
5. Should be placed under the tongue prior to chest pain.
ANS: 2, 3, 4
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