Chapter 21: Drugs Used to Treat Dyslipidemias Test Bank Questions All Answered Correct.

Which lipoprotein contributes to the development of atherosclerosis? - Answer Low-density lipoprotein chylomicron (LDL C) The nurse is preparing medications for a patient. When is the best time for the nurse to administer lovastatin (Mevacor)? - Answer During the patient's dinner The nurse has completed an admitting patient history and notes the patient's current medications to be simvastatin (Zocor) and warfarin (Coumadin). What is the result of the interaction of these drugs? - Answer Increased INR Which deficiency may develop in patients taking cholestyramine? - Answer Vitamin K deficiency A patient is prescribed a bile acid resin. The nurse instructs the patient to report which adverse reaction related to vitamin K deficiency? - Answer Coffee-ground emesis Which vitamin has antilipemic actions? - Answer B3 Why are statins, or HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, administered at bedtime? - Answer Cholesterol production is at its peak. What is the desired effect of any antilipemic therapy? - Answer Reduced LDLs and total cholesterol levels In addition to controlling hyperlipidemia, what are bile acid-binding resins prescribed to treat? - Answer Pruritus secondary to biliary stasis Which antilipemic agent is most potent? - Answer HMG CoA reductase inhibitor The nurse is teaching a patient about statin therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching? - Answer "If I get a headache, I will notify my health care provider."