The nurse is caring for a patient on a protease inhibitor (PI). Upon review of the laboratory test results, the nurse notes that the patient has newly elevated plasma triglycerides and cholesterol
The nurse expects that the prescriber will manage these levels with:
a. lovastatin (Mevacor).
b. simvastatin (Zocor).
c. modified diet and exercise.
d. pancrease.
ANS: C
All PIs can elevate plasma levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. Potential interventions for hyperlipidemia include modified diet, exercise, and lipid-lowering agents. Lovastatin and simvastatin should be avoided, because they can accumulate to dangerous levels. Pancrease is not indicated to lower triglycerides and cholesterol.
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