A client who is prescribed niacin comes to the clinic complaining ...

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A client who is prescribed niacin comes to the clinic complaining of significant skin flushing and itching. The client states, It's really uncomfortable, so much so that I almost stopped taking the drug.
 
  The nurse informs the primary health care provider. Which of the following would the nurse anticipate that the primary health care provider may recommend?
 
  A) Prednisone
  B) Aspirin
  C) Ibuprofen
  D) Hydrocortisone

Question 2

When reviewing a client's history, the nurse notes that the client uses garlic to promote cardiovascular health. The nurse understands that which of the following is a benefit of its use? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Improved LDL-to-HDL ratio
  B) Lower serum triglyceride levels
  C) Lower blood pressure
  D) Prevention of atherosclerosis
  E) Reduced risk for blood clots

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Feedback:
Aspirin may be recommended before taking niacin preparations to reduce adverse reactions when niacin causes skin reactions that are severe or cause extreme discomfort.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, D
Feedback:
The benefits of garlic include lowering serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels, improving the ratio of HDL to LDL cholesterol, lowering blood pressure, and helping to prevent the development of atherosclerosis.

[fnuegbu]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

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