A Client Diagnosed with Hyperlipidemia Has Been Prescribed Cholestyramine (Questran)

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with hyperlipidemia has been prescribed cholestyramine (Questran) . Which of the following instructions will the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?

• A) Mix powder sparingly with fluid.
• B) Eat a low-fiber diet.
• C) Mix powder well with fluid.
• D) Take an antidiarrheal agent if diarrhea occurs.

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