A 53-Year-Old Male Patient Has Been Admitted for an Evaluation

A 53-year-old male patient has been admitted for an evaluation of chest pain.He has been diagnosed with angina and prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin tablets.What important information should the nurse tell the patient about this medication?

A) Take up to five doses at 15-minute intervals after an anginal attack.
B) If the tablet does not dissolve quickly,chew the tablet for maximal effect.
C) If the chest pain is not relieved, go to the hospital immediately.
D) After taking a dose,lie down;change positions slowly to avoid falling or fainting.