Which of the following statements regarding nitroglycerin is correct?

A. The potency of nitroglycerin is increased when exposed to light.
B. A maximum of five nitroglycerin doses should be given to a patient.
C. Nitroglycerin should be administered between the cheek and gum.
D. Nitroglycerin usually relieves anginal chest pain within 5 minutes.


Answer: D. Nitroglycerin usually relieves anginal chest pain within 5 minutes.

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