A patient has been prescribed nitroglycerin in the ED for chest pain. In taking the health history, the nurse will be sure to verify whether the patient has taken medications prior to admission for:
a. Erectile dysfunction
b. Prostate enlargement
c. Asthma
d. Peripheral vascular disease
A
A history of the patient's use of sildenafil citrate (Viagra) or similar medications taken for erectile dysfunction is necessary to know when considering NTG administration. These medications potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates; thus, concurrent use is contraindicated. It is also important to determine whether the patient has any food or drug allergies.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)