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ghost!

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The nurse provides teaching to a patient who will begin taking simvastatin (Zocor) to treat hyperlipidemia. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I may have diarrhea as a result of taking this medication.
  b. I may stop taking this medication when my lipid levels are normal.
  c. I will need an annual eye examination while taking this medication.
  d. I will increase my intake of vitamins A, D, and E while taking this medication.

Question 2

A patient will begin taking simvastatin (Zocor) to decrease serum cholesterol. When teaching the patient about this medication, the nurse will counsel the patient to take which action?
 
  a. Return to the clinic annually for laboratory testing.
  b. Take care when rising from a sitting to standing position.
  c. Take the medication in the evening for best effect.
  d. Use ibuprofen as needed for muscle aches and pain.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The statins can affect visual acuity, so patients should be counseled to have annual eye examinations for assessment of cataract formation. The bile acid sequestrants, not statins, cause diarrhea. Statin drug therapy is lifelong or until behavioral changes prove equally effective (uncommon). Bile acid sequestrants, not statins, decrease the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Simvastatin is given in the evening. Laboratory tests are performed every 3 to 6 months, not annually. Statins do not cause postural hypotension. Patients taking statins should report muscle aches and weakness immediately.




ghost!

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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