A patient asks the nurse why nitroglycerin is given sublingually. The nurse will explain that nitroglycerin is administered by this route for which reason?
a. To avoid hypotension
b. To increase absorption
c. To minimize gastrointestinal upset
d. To prevent hepatotoxicity
ANS: B
Nitroglycerin is given sublingually to avoid first-pass metabolism by the liver, which would occur if the drug is swallowed. It does not prevent hypotension. Gastrointestinal upset and hepatotoxicity usually do not occur.
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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