Nitro Flashcards
1
Q
Common names
A
Nitroglycerin, nitro-bid, nitrostat, nitro-dur, isosorbid dinitrate
2
Q
How it works
A
Dilate coronary arteries and improves blood flow, produces vasodilation, reduces myocardial O2 consumption, relieves angina
3
Q
SE
A
Hypotension, flushing, HA, dizziness, tachycardia
4
Q
Nursing Interventions
A
Assess angina, BP & P before medication administration
5
Q
Patient teaching
A
Reposition slowly, keep SL tablets in original container and keep away from light, avoid alcohol, may cause HA
6
Q
Route
A
Can be given via IV, SL, transdermal, PO
7
Q
Indications
A
For acute and long-term prophylactic management of angina pectoris or CP
