The Nurse Transcribes a New Order for Lovaza on a Patient

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse transcribes a new order for Lovaza on a patient in a long-term care facility.When providing education to the patient about this medication,the nurse will include which statement(s) ? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Liver function tests should be completed before initiating therapy.
• B) Lovaza is available in tablet form.
• C) Triglyceride levels should increase with use.
• D) Lovaza should be used with caution if the patient has an allergy to fish.
• E) Lovaza does not cause myositis.

---

Definitions:

Household Income

The combined gross income of all members of a household, typically measured over a set period of time, such as a month or a year.

Taxes

Compulsory financial charges imposed by a government on individuals, corporations, or transactions to fund public services and government activities.

Transfer Payments

Monetary payments made by governments that do not correspond to the provision of goods or services in exchange, such as welfare benefits.

Welfare Payments

Government-provided financial assistance to individuals or families in need to support their basic life necessities.