The nurse is teaching a patient about nitroglycerin ointment.Which is an advantage of this form of the medication?
A) It does not give the patient a bad taste in the mouth.
B) The amount of ointment does not matter in obtaining a therapeutic response.
C) It does not cause headaches as an adverse effect.
D) It provides relief of anginal pain for several hours longer than sublingual medication.

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Nitroglycerin ointment provides relief of anginal pain for several hours longer than sublingual medication. A and C are incorrect as bad taste in the mouth and headache can still be potential adverse effects. B is incorrect as the amount of ointment does matter as it is based on the prescribed dosage.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Patient About Nitroglycerin Ointment