Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
As an initial step in treating a client with angina, the physician prescribes nitroglycerin tablets, 0.3 mg given sublingually. This drug's principal effects are produced by:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Nitroglycerin causes vasodilation of peripheral and coronary vasculature, reducing preload and myocardial oxygen demand, relieving angina.