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kfurse

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which of the following is a combination HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor and statin?
 
  a. Zetia c. Questran
  b. Vytorin d. Zocor

Question 2

Which of the following should be included in client teaching for clients on lovastatin (Mevacor) therapy?
 
  a. Liver function studies should be monitored.
  b. Pulse should be checked before taking each dose.
  c. Lovastatin (Mevacor) should be mixed with juice or water.
  d. Therapy should be discontinued, if flushing occurs.


frre432

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: Zetia is not a combination agent.
B Correct: Vytorin is a combination drug containing ezetimide and simvastatin.
C Incorrect: Questran is not a combination agent.
D Incorrect: Zocor is not a combination agent.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Liver function tests need to be monitored.
B Incorrect: This is not necessary with lovastatin.
C Incorrect: This is not true of lovastatin.
D Incorrect: Niacin, not lovastatin, causes flushing.


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