The nurse teaches the client with angina about the common expected side effects of nitroglycerin, including:
a. Headache
b. High blood pressure
c. Shortness of breath
d. Stomach cramps
Ans: a. Headache
Because of the widespread vasodilating effects, nitroglycerin often produces such side effects as headache, hypotension, and dizziness. The client should lie or **** down to avoid fainting. Nitro does not cause shortness of breath or stomach cramps.
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