The nurse plans which intervention to decrease the flushing reaction of niacin?
a. Administer niacin with an antacid.
b. Administer aspirin 30 minutes before nicotinic acid.
c. Administer diphenhydramine hydrochloride (Benadryl) with niacin.
d. Apply cold compresses to the head and neck.
Answer: b. Administer aspirin 30 minutes before nicotinic acid.
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