The nurse is providing education to a patient who has recently been prescribed niacin. Which information given by the nurse is accurate?
a. "Weigh yourself weekly because of the risk of fluid retention."
b. "Nausea can be decreased if you take this medication with food."
c. "Because your blood pressure may increase while taking this drug, have it checked monthly."
d. "You should not take aspirin while on this medication."
ANS: B
Niacin is administered with food to decrease gastrointestinal (GI) upset. Fluid retention and increased blood pressure are not adverse effects of niacin. Aspirin can minimize adverse effects and is safe to take.
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