A patient with coronary heart disease is prescribed niacin (Nicobid). What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication? Select all that apply.
A. Drink 4 ounces of alcohol if facial flushing occurs.
B. Report facial flushing to the healthcare provider.
C. Take with meals and a cold beverage.
D. Keep routine appointments for blood work.
E. Take with prescribed statin medication.
Answer: E
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