The nurse is administering intravenous nitroglycerin to a patient who has just been admitted for an acute myocardial infarction.
Which statement is true in regard to the administration of this medication?
A) It must be contained in special non-polyvinyl chloride (non-PVC) intravenous (IV) bags.
B) It is stable for only 24 hours after preparation.
C) It can be given in infusions with other medications.
D) An IV filter should be attached to the infusion tubing.
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