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chandani · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which teaching points does the nurse include in a teaching plan for a patient prescribed an antihyperlipidemic drug? (Select all that apply.)

a. Continue to follow a low-fat diet.
b. Be sure to exercise regularly.
c. Always take these drugs with food.
d. Fast for at least 8 hours before your lipid levels are drawn.
e. You will need follow-up laboratory tests once a year.

Question 2

Which statement about stage I of the inflammatory process is true?

a. Vascular changes occur, including dilation of blood vessels and capillary leak.
b. White blood cells (WBCs) secrete chemicals that trigger resolution of pain and swelling.
c. The body prepares to replace scar tissue with healthy tissue to maintain function.
d. An exudate called pus is formed and white blood cell levels are four to five times above normal.

AmberC1996 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
Patients taking antihyperlipidemic drugs should be taught to continue lifestyle changes such as low-fat diets, exercise, and weight loss while taking the drugs. Some, but not all, are best taken with food. Follow-up laboratory specimens must be drawn every 3 to 6 months and the patient should fast for at least 8 hours before the blood is taken because test results can be changed by some substances in food or fluids.

Answer to Question 2

A
Stage I of the inflammatory process involves WBC and blood vessel changes. Injured tissues and WBCs release mediators. Each mediator affects tissues differently. Some act on blood vessels, causing changes that include dilation and capillary leak. Blood plasma leaking into the tissues causes swelling and pain. Formation of exudate occurs during stage II.