A Patient with Hyperlipidemia Has a New Order for Colesevelam

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient with hyperlipidemia has a new order for colesevelam (Welchol) . Which nursing action is appropriate when giving the medication?

• A) Administer the medication at the patient's bedtime.
• B) Have the patient take this medication with an aspirin.
• C) Encourage the patient to take the colesevelam with a sip of water.
• D) Give the patient's other medications 2 hours after the colesevelam.

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Definitions:

Aldosterone

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and water balance in the body.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, involved in the body's stress response, metabolism, and immune response.

Thyroid Hormone

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism, energy generation, and growth and development.

Growth Hormone

A substance that promotes growth, reproduction of cells, and healing in humans and animals.