A patient has been prescribed pravastatin (Pravachol) to reduce cholesterol level after having a transient ischemic attack (TIA). What possible side effect should the nurse include when teaching the patient about this drug?
a. Diarrhea
b. Purple toe
c. Confusion
d. Muscle aches
ANS: D
Muscle pain or aches can signal a serious side effect (rhabdomyolysis) and should be reported. A. B. C. Diarrhea, purple toe, and confusion are not side effects of statins.
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