A Patient Who Has Recently Started Taking Pravastatin (Pravachol)and Niacin

question 40

Multiple Choice

A patient who has recently started taking pravastatin (Pravachol) and niacin reports several symptoms to the nurse. Which information is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

• A)Generalized muscle aches and pains
• B)Dizziness with rapid position changes
• C)Nausea when taking the drugs before meals
• D)Flushing and pruritus after taking the drugs

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