The nurse assesses a client for side effects of lovastatin (Mevacor). Which symptom would be least likely to be associated with Mevacor?
a. Headache
b. Tachycardia
c. Gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances
d. Dizziness
ANS: B
Tachycardia is not an associated side effect of lovastatin. Headache, GI disturbance, and dizziness are associated with this medication.
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