Nursing Administration of Statins Quiz
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What precaution should the nurse take when administering lovastatin to a client?

  • Administer it before bedtime.
  • Administer it with breakfast.
  • Administer it with the evening meal. (correct)
  • Administer it in the morning on an empty stomach.

Why is evening dosing of statins considered best for cholesterol management?

  • To prevent gastrointestinal side effects.
  • To enhance the absorption of the statin.
  • To reduce the risk of liver toxicity.
  • Because most cholesterol is synthesized during the night. (correct)

What client education should the nurse provide to individuals taking statins regarding pregnancy?

  • Inform the provider if they plan to become pregnant or suspect pregnancy. (correct)
  • Increase the statin dosage in case of pregnancy.
  • Avoid pregnancy tests while on statin therapy.
  • Discontinue statin therapy if pregnancy is suspected.

What is the priority nursing action when administering antilipemic agents to a client?

<p>Monitoring the client's liver and kidney function periodically. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects the correct understanding of using antilipemic agents for lowering cholesterol levels?

<p>Baseline blood tests for cholesterol levels should be obtained before starting medication therapy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important client education point regarding antilipemic agents?

<p>Stop taking the medication if experiencing muscle pain or weakness. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most critical reason for a pregnant client to discontinue ezetimibe?

<p>To prevent fetal malformations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should clients of Asian descent be cautious when taking rosuvastatin?

<p>It may cause liver disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for clients who are breastfeeding to avoid statin medications?

<p>To avoid altering lipid metabolism in infants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which client instruction is essential regarding the use of ezetimibe?

<p>Report any muscle pain or tenderness immediately (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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