Nitroglycerin

Question 1

Other names for Nitro

Answer 1

1. Nitro Stat

2. Nitro lingual spray

Question 2

Class for Nitro

Answer 2

Antianginal

Question 3

Actions of Nitro

Answer 3

1. smooth muscle
2. reduces cardiac work
3. dilates coronary arteries
4. dilates systemic arteries

Question 4

Indications for Nitro

Answer 4

1. angina pectoris

2. chest pain associated with myocardial infraction

Question 5

Contraindications

Answer 5

1. Children younger than 12
2. hypotension (systolic BP less than 90)
3. Known erectile dysfunction meds taken in last 24-48 hrs.

Question 6

Side effects of Nitro

Answer 6

1. headache
2. dizziness
3. hypotension

Question 7

Route for Nitro

Answer 7

Sublingual

Question 8

Dose for Nitro

Answer 8

*1 tablet= 0.3-0.4mg
repeat every 3-5 mins. up to 3 times
or
*1 spray under tongue repeat every 3-5 mins.
*if pt. has taken 3 prior to your arrival, you can give 1 more if pts. vitals are within normal limits (systolic BP must be above 90)