Nurs 211 – Medications Questions with Complete
Solutions
What are some examples of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (Statins)?
CORRECT ANS atorvastatin (Lipitor);
rosuvastatin (Crestor)
What are HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (Statins) used for? CORRECT
ANS D - cholesterol synthesis
D - LDL
I - HDL
D - triglycerides
D - inflammation
What are the adverse effects, side effects & general information for
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (Statins)? CORRECT ANS GI upset;
Elevated enzymes;
Myopathy (rhabdomyolysis)
Are there any drug or food interactions for HMG-CoA reductase
inhibitors (Statins)? CORRECT ANS No
What are the nursing considerations for HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors
(Statins)? CORRECT ANS Monitor liver enzymes and muscle
weakness;
Lab - creatine kinase;
, GI decrease if given with food;
Administer in evening
What are some examples of Bile-acid sequestrants? CORRECT ANS
colesevelam (WelChol);
cholestyramine (Questran)
What are Bile-acid sequestrants used for? CORRECT ANS I - binding
with cholesterol
I - LDL
What are the adverse effects, side effects & general information for Bile-
acid sequestrants? CORRECT ANS Indigestion;
Bloating;
Constipation
Are there any drug or food interactions for Bile-acid sequestrants?
CORRECT ANS Interfere with absorption of various medications -
digoxin, thiazide diuretics, warfarin
What are the nursing considerations for Bile-acid sequestrants?
CORRECT ANS Teaching side effects decrease over time;
Administer separate from other medications
What is Niacin used for? CORRECT ANS D- BP
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