ATI Pharmacology Revision Questions & Answers - Hematologic, Cardiovascular, Pain and Inflammation

ATI Pharmacology Practice Questions
Hematologic, Cardiovascular, Pain and Inflammation
1) A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has angina pectoris and a new prescription to apply a
nitroglycerin transdermal patch daily at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse
give the client?
ANSWERS - Multiple Choice
1) Fold used patch with medication area to the inside and discard in a closed
receptacle.
Answer Rationale:
It is important to prevent pets, children, and others in the client’s home from coming into contact with the
medication on the nitroglycerin patch. Therefore, the client should be instructed to fold the patch in half with
the medication area to the inside and to discard the patch in a closed receptacle rather than in an open trash
can.
INCORRECT
2) Put a second patch in place if angina pain occurs.
Answer Rationale:
Nitroglycerin transdermal patches are designed for prophylaxis of angina pain and are not to be used to stop an
existing angina attack. Adding a second patch is not appropriate and could cause adverse effects, such as
hypotension. The client should discuss strategies for treating an angina attack with the provider.