Which describes the mechanism of atorvastatin's (Lipitor) ability to lower blood cholesterol levels?
A. Binds exogenous cholesterol and excreting it in the feces
B. Increases excretion by activating enzymes within the hepatic system
C. Prevents dietary absorption within the GI tract
D. Inhibits an enzyme that is essential for cholesterol synthesis
Answer: D
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a. Convalescent period b. Neural recovery period c. Sombulant period d. Postictal period
The nurse acknowledges that a formal contract be legally changed if there is:
a. the development of another formal contract b. a discussion by parties involved that implied consensus c. an intervention by an official of the judicial system d. a verbal or written agreement by all involved parties
The nurse is reviewing antiepileptic drug (AED) therapy. Which statements about AED therapy are accurate?
(Select all that apply.) a. AED therapy can be stopped when seizures are stopped. b. AED therapy is usually lifelong. c. Consistent dosing is the key to controlling seizures. d. A dose may be skipped if the patient is experiencing adverse effects. e. Do not abruptly discontinue AEDs because doing so may cause rebound seizure activity.
Which statement made by a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine (Amrix) requires additional teaching?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "My wife and I are driving our motor home to the beach tomorrow." B. "I am going home to mow my lawn." C. "I take a nap every afternoon." D. "I just checked out a new book from the library." E. "I am taking my grandchildren to the zoo tomorrow."