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In teaching about the use of sublingual nitroglycerine, the patient should be instructed:

  • A. To swallow the tablet with a full glass of water
  • B. To place one tablet under the tongue if chest pain occurs and allow it to dissolve
  • C. To take one tablet every 5 minutes until the chest pain goes away
  • D. That it should 'burn' when placed under the tongue or it is no longer effective
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sublingual nitroglycerin is placed under the tongue for rapid absorption.