After administering an antihyperlipidemic drug, the nurse continues to assess which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Blood glucose
B) Vital signs
C) Assessment of bowel function
D) Input and output
E) Stool sample
Ans: B, C
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Clients on antihyperlipidemic medications should have vital signs checked and bowel function assessed because an adverse reaction to these drugs is constipation. Constipation may become serious if not treated early in the medication regimen.
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