Which result is most important to discuss with the health care provider Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is 170mg/dl (4
Central venous pressure reading of 1 C
B
How it works Atorvastatin may be used for the treatment of high cholesterol
Lowering your blood level of cholesterol and fats with atorvastatin has been shown to prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks
By inhibiting the endogenous production of cholesterol in the liver, statins lower abnormal
About atorvastatin Who can and cannot take it How and when to take it
Which assessment finding requires immediate action by the nurse?
2
Vomiting
Thus the correct option is D
It is most likely not related to the administration of the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
C) Constipation
hypercholesterolemia) put patients at higher risk for coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to life-threatening health conditions, primarily myocardial infarction This abdominal injection assists in the healing of the abdominal wound
Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is assessing a patient who has hyperlipidemia and who is treated with antihyperlipidemic medications
Although statin medications may cause rhabdomyolysis, which could increase BUN and potassium, the client's BUN and potassium are not elevated
One, some, or all options may be correct
The key MI signs and symptoms include: chest pain (with or without radiation to jaw, neck, arm) shortness of breath
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The most immediate finding that requires intervention in a client with coronary artery disease taking both digoxin and atorvastatin is the presence of muscle weakness or muscle pain
Two weeks after initiation of the Lipitor prescription, the nurse assesses the client
Which finding warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?-Irregularly, irregular atrial dysrhythmia
Chest pain with positioning 4
a nurse is caring for a client who is taking spironolactone to treat hypertension
B) Headache
"The medication can stain your contact lenses green