In which of the following patients is nitroglycerin contraindicated?

A) 41-year-old male with crushing substernal chest pressure, a blood pressure of 160/90 mm Hg, and severe nausea
B) 53-year-old male with chest discomfort, diaphoresis, a blood pressure of 146/66 mm Hg, and regular use of Levitra
C) 58-year-old male with chest pain radiating to the left arm, a blood pressure of 130/64 mm Hg, and prescribed Tegretol
D) 66-year-old female with chest pressure of 6 hours' duration, lightheadedness, and a blood pressure of 110/58 mm Hg

Answer: B) 53-year-old male with chest discomfort, diaphoresis, a blood pressure of 146/66 mm Hg, and regular use of Levitra

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An inflammation of the track in the eye that includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid is called ________.

A. conjunctivitis B. glaucoma C. ptosis D. blepharitis E. uveitis

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