The elderly patient with angina pectoris says she is unsure how she should take nitroglycerin when she has an attack.The nurse's most helpful response would be:

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The correct guidance for taking nitroglycerin during an angina attack is to take it at 5-minute intervals for a maximum of three doses. If the pain is not relieved after these three doses, it is important to seek medical attention immediately, as this could indicate a more serious condition such as a myocardial infarction.

The Elderly Patient with Angina Pectoris Says She Is Unsure