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GTN emergency advice — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPatient Counselling and Pharmaceutical CareGTN emergency adviceGPhC CRA

A patient with stable angina asks when chest pain should prompt an ambulance despite using GTN spray. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: D — Call emergency help if pain persists after repeat GTN doses as advised

Patients using GTN should know the emergency plan for chest pain that does not resolve after appropriate dosing. Persistent, severe or unusual chest pain may indicate acute coronary syndrome. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS