Nitroglycerine Paste Flashcards

1
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Nitropaste Class:

A

Vasodilator

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Nitropaste Mechanism of Action:

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  • Smooth muscle relaxant acting on vascular, bronchial, uterine and intestinal smooth muscle.
  • Dilation of arterioles and veins in the periphery reduces preload and afterload, decreases the work load of the heart and, thereby, myocardial oxygen demand.
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Nitropaste Indications:

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  • Angina pectoris and chest pain associated with acute MI
  • CHF/PE
  • Hypertension
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Nitropaste Adult Dose:

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CHF/PE, HTN:

-Apply 1 inch, cover with plastic wrap and secure with tape.

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Nitropaste Pediatric Dose:

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Not Recommended

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