Pharmacokinetics - NCLEX-PN

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A client with a history of chronic stable angina takes nitroglycerine when needed for an acute attack. Which of the following is not associated with the administration of nitroglycerine?

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Answer

Nitroglycerine is a short acting nitrate. This class of medication works by relaxing arterial and venous smooth muscle promoting vasodilation. This medication does not improve cardiac contractility.

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