The client takes nitroglycerine (Nitrostat) for relief of occasional stable angina. The nurse would be most concerned about which statement made by the client?

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Nitroglycerine taken with medications for erectile dysfunction (such as sildenafil) can lead to a rapid drop in blood pressure, which can be life-threatening. The client should avoid taking these medications together. The other statements may warrant further assessment or education but are not immediate concerns for the client's safety.

The Client Takes Nitroglycerine (Nitrostat) for Relief of Occasional Stable