Question

The nurse is giving intravenous nitroglycerin to a patient who has just been admitted because of an acute myocardial infarction. Which statement is true regarding the administration of the intravenous form of this medication?

A. Specific nonpolyvinylchloride (non-PVC) plastic intravenous bags and tubing must be used.
B. It is stable for only 24 hours after preparation.
C. It can be given in infusions with other medications.
D. The solution will be slightly colored green or blue.

Answer 1

A.Specific nonpolyvinylchloride (non-PVC) plastic intravenous bags and tubing must be used.

Step-by-step explanation:

Intravenous dosage forms are ready to use dosage forms and administered through Non-PVC plastic intravenous kits. This Non-PVC kits are used to avoid uptake or absorption of nitrate by IV tubing and bags. It also prevent breakdown of nitroglycerin into cyanide when it is exposed to light.