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The nurse is teaching a patient about using sublingual nitroglycerin at home. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I may put the tablet in food if I don't like the taste.
  b. I may take a sip of water after placing the tablet in my mouth.
  c. I will place the tablet between my cheek and gum.
  d. I will place the tablet under my tongue and let it absorb.
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ANS: D
Drugs given sublingually should be placed under the tongue. No foods or fluids should be given, since the tablet must remain under the tongue until it is fully absorbed. Medications ordered to be given buccally should be placed between the cheek and gum.
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