Bile Acid Sequestrants Are Drugs That Bind to Bile Acids

question 33

Multiple Choice

Bile acid sequestrants are drugs that bind to bile acids in the intestines and prevent their normal reabsorption in the large intestine.How would bile acid sequestrants lower a patient's blood cholesterol level?

• A)Bile acids bind to cholesterol in the blood.
• B)Bile acids prevent cholesterol from being absorbed from the diet.
• C)More cholesterol would be converted into bile acids.
• D)Bile acids can be converted into cholesterol.
• E)Cholesterol requires bile acids to be soluble in the blood.

Identify the correct sequence and techniques for physical examination.

Develop skills in providing appropriate feedback and health teaching to patients of different ages.

Understand the importance of maintaining patient modesty and establishing trust during examinations.

Recognize the significance of washing hands before and after patient contact to prevent infection.

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