A client with angina has taken three nitroglycerin tablets 5 minutes apart with no relief of chest pain. What should the nurse instruct the client to do next?

Question

Accepted Answer

B. Call emergency medical services immediately — Persistent chest pain despite the prescribed nitroglycerin doses may indicate myocardial infarction. The client should activate emergency medical services immediately.

Answer

A. Lie down and take a fourth tablet

Answer

C. Wait 30 minutes and recheck the pain

Answer

D. Take ibuprofen and avoid activity