Question

A 20-year-old patient, who is otherwise healthy, reports chest pressure after taking sumatriptan [imitrex]. what should the nurse do

Answer 1

The answer to this question would be: Reassure the patient that this is a transient, reversible side effect of sumatriptan.

The sensation of chest pressure or heavy arms is one of side effect of sumatriptan. The nurse should reassure the patient that the drug doesn't cause a heart attack. Tell the patient that the side effect is transient and reversible so they won't panic and still want to continue the treatment.