After taking the second NTG SL tablet, B.T. complains of a "terrible headache" and worries that he is getting worse
What is happening, and what should you tell him?
Headache is a common side effect of NG therapy because of vasodilation. You need to reassure him
that this is a side effect of the NTG and that he is not getting worse. Encourage him to rest quietly as
the NTG may also cause a drop in blood pressure (orthostatic changes) if he tries to get up.
B.T. is transported to the emergency department of a local hospital and undergoes another cardiac catheterization
with coronary stent placement.
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