A client is diagnosed with elevated triglyceride and very low-density lipoprotein levels. The nurse realizes that which of the following medications might be indicated to treat this client?
1. Statins
2. Bile acids
3. Clofibrate
4. Gemfibrozil
5. Nicotinic acid
6. Nitroglycerin
3, 4, 5
Clofibrate and gemfibrozil are effective in reducing triglycerides and very low-density lipoprotein levels. Nicotinic acid is also used to lower lipid levels. Statins are most effective in decreasing low-density lipoprotein levels and slightly increased high-density lipoprotein levels. Bile acids are used to bind with cholesterol to eliminate it from the body. Nitroglycerin is used to treat coronary artery constriction or spasm.
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