Patient states rationale for antianginal drug therapy and importance of taking medication exactly as prescribed. • Patient states adverse effects of antianginal drug therapy, such as postural...

Patient states rationale for antianginal drug therapy and importance of taking medication exactly as prescribed. • Patient states adverse effects of antianginal drug therapy, such as postural hypotension, dizziness, and severe headache, as well as measures to decrease their occurrence. • Patient states appropriate time frame of when to seek out emergency care (i.e., no relief after 1 dose of sublingual nitrates) and call 911.