A client with a history of angina pectoris complains of substernal chest pain. The nurse checks the client's blood pressure and administers nitroglycerin, gr 1/4 sublingually. Five minutes later, the client is still experiencing chest pain. If the blood pressure is still stable, the nurse should take which of the following actions next?

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If the client's blood pressure is stable and chest pain persists after the first dose of nitroglycerin, the nurse should administer another nitroglycerin tablet, as it can be repeated every 5 minutes for up to three doses to relieve angina.

A Client with a History of Angina Pectoris Complains of Substernal