A patient with severe heart failure is discharged with a prescription for nitroglycerin ointment.What technique do you teach the patient's spouse to use to avoid experiencing side effects when applying this drug?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Common side effects of nitroglycerin ointment include hypotension and headaches.When this drug is administered,if a person's skin comes into contact with the drug as it is squeezed onto the special lined paper,these side effects may develop.Wearing gloves prevents skin contact with the drug and decreases the risk for side effects.

A Patient with Severe Heart Failure Is Discharged with a Prescription