The nurse in a critical care unit is preparing to initiate an infusion of nitroglycerin. The nurse is aware that IV nitroglycerin requires:
a. that the client's vital signs are monitored at least every two hours.
b. that the solution is infused through a 0.22 micron filter.
c. that the solution is mixed and administered in a glass bottle.
d. that the drug is mixed in lactated Ringer's fluid only.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: The client should be placed on continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
B Incorrect: Nitroglycerin is not administered through a filter.
C Correct: IV nitroglycerin is mixed and administered in a glass bottle.
D Incorrect: IV nitroglycerin should not be mixed with lactated ringer's IV solution.
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