Nitroglycerin Flashcards
1
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Generic (Nitro)
A
Nitroglycerin
2
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Trade (Nitro)
A
Nitrostat, Nitrolingual
3
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Indications (Nitro)
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- Chest pain WITH history of cardiac problems
- Prescribed
- Systolic blood pressure greater than 90mmhg
4
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Contraindications (Nitro)
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- Pediatric
- Head Injury
- Max Dosage Met (1.2mg)
- Sexual Enhancement Drugs (SED) in last 72 hours
5
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Dosage (Nitro)
A
Single Tablet or Single Spray at 0.4mg
- Administer 1 Dose
- Repeat in five minutes if no relief
- Blood pressure is greater than 90mmhg
- Up to max dose of 3 (1.2mg)
6
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Administration (Nitro)
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Sublingual (Under the tongue)
7
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Actions (Nitro)
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- Vasodilation
- Decreases workload of the heart.
8
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Side Effects (Nitro)
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- Hypotension
- Headache
- Pulse Change