Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Full-length
A client with angina shows the nurse her nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) that she carries in a plastic bag in her pocket. The nurse instructs the client that nitroglycerin should be kept in:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Nitroglycerin is sensitive to light and heat, which can degrade its potency. Storing it in a dark container protects it from light exposure, ensuring effectiveness.