Nitroglycerine

• What is the therapeutic class of nitroglycerine?

  Vasodilator (short acting)
• What is the pharmacologic class of nitroglycerine?

  Nitrates
• What is the action of nitroglycerine on blood pressure?

  It decreases blood pressure
• How does nitroglycerine affect pre-load and afterload?

  It decreases both pre-load and afterload
• What are common side effects of nitroglycerine?

  Dizziness, light headedness, headache
• What serious side effect can occur with nitroglycerine use?

  Orthostatic hypotension
• What cardiovascular side effects can nitroglycerine cause?

  Tachycardia and hypotension
• Why should sildenafil (Viagra) be avoided with nitroglycerine?

  It can cause hypotension
• What should be included in nursing considerations for nitroglycerine?

  Health teaching on use and monitoring effects
• How should a nurse monitor a patient after administering nitroglycerine?

  By observing for side effects and blood pressure changes