When reviewing the medical record the nurse notes that a newly admitted older patient has a history of angina. Which assumption can the nurse make about this patient?
A) The patient will take anticoagulants and have calf and foot edema
B) The patient will be obese and have a history of venous insufficiency
C) The patient will have an order for nitroglycerine as needed and will be intolerant of vigorous activity
D) The patient will be prone to dizziness when changing positions quickly and will be prescribed ACE inhibitors
C
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Nitroglycerine has been effective in treating and preventing angina attacks. Strenuous activity can precipitate an angina attack. Anticoagulation is not a treatment for angina. Patients with angina do not have foot and calf edema. Angina is not associated with obesity. ACE inhibitors are not used to treat orthostatic changes and dizziness.
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