The client has been taking nicotinic acid (Nicobid). Which adverse effects are common with nicotinic acid? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Chills
2. Hot flashes
3. Goosebumps
4. Flushing
5. Weight gain
Correct Answer: 2, 4
Rationale 1: Chills is incorrect because flushing and hot flashes are common side effects of nicotinic acid.
Rationale 2: Hot flashes and flushing are common side effects of nicotinic acid.
Rationale 3: Goosebumps is incorrect because flushing and hot flashes are common side effects of nicotinic acid.
Rationale 4: Flushing and hot flashes are common side effects of nicotinic acid.
Rationale 5: Weight gain is not a common side effect of nicotinic acid.
Global Rationale: Flushing and hot flashes are common side effects of nicotinic acid. Chills, goosebumps, and weight gain are not common side effects of nicotinic acid.
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