The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Taking

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is taking simvastatin (Zocor) .What should the nurse instruct this client to avoid while taking this medication?

• A)All fruit juices
• B)Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)supplements
• C)Grapefruit juice
• D)Orange juice

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral learning concept where the removal of an undesirable stimulus strengthens a behavior.

Avoidance Learning

A learning process where a subject learns to avoid an unpleasant or harmful stimulus by performing a particular behavior.

Pre-med Course

An undergraduate course or series of courses designed to prepare students for medical school and a career in healthcare.

Doctor of Medicine

A professional degree awarded to individuals who have completed medical school, qualifying them to practice medicine.