The nurse is teaching a patient about statin therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "I will take this medication at night."
b. "This medication will reduce blood clot formation."
c. "I will avoid drinking grapefruit juice."
d. "If I get a headache, I will notify my health care provider."
ANS: D
Headaches are usually mild and disappear with continued therapy. Statins are to be taken at night. Statins reduce blood clot formation by reducing platelet aggregation and thrombin formation. Grapefruit juice inhibits the metabolism of this medication.
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