Nitroglycerin Flashcards
1
Q
Indications
A
Angina pectoris, acute MI
2
Q
Action
A
Vasodilator
3
Q
Contraindications
A
-Systolic BP below 100
-Use of sex enhance. drugs within 24-36 hours
-Cerebral hemorrhage, CVA or stroke
4
Q
Precautions
A
none due to the nature of assisted medication
5
Q
Route/dose
A
SL
0.4mg max dose of 3
6
Q
Side effects
A
-tingly tongue
-tachycardia
-palpations
-hypotension
-headache
-light headed
-dizzy
-syncope
