A patient is prescribed atorvastatin (Lipitor). For which adverse effect should the nurse monitor this patient?
1. liver enzyme alteration
2. blood glucose and uric acid level alteration
3. renal function alteration
4. sudden back pain and constipation
Correct Answer: 1
The nurse should be observing lab work for the current cholesterol level and to ensure that liver enzymes remain normal. Blood glucose, uric acid level, renal function, constipation, and sudden back pain are generally not associated with the use of this drug.
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