A Patient Is Being Started on Nicotinic Acid [Niaspan] to Reduce

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient is being started on nicotinic acid [Niaspan] to reduce triglyceride levels. The nurse is providing patient education and should include teaching about which adverse effects? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Facial flushing
• B) Constipation
• C) Hypoglycemia
• D) Gastric upset
• E) Itching

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