The client with heart failure has been prescribed intravenous nitroglycerin and furosemide (Lasix)for pulmonary edema.Which is the priority nursing intervention?

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Intravenous nitroglycerin and morphine will decrease the client's blood pressure,so it is important to monitor closely for hypotension.Intravenous medications are not administered under the tongue.Although the client may need an indwelling urinary catheter to monitor output,it is not the priority.The client's glucose levels should not be affected by these medications.

The Client with Heart Failure Has Been Prescribed Intravenous Nitroglycerin