Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Full-length
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hyperlipidemia about atorvastatin (Lipitor). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Stopping atorvastatin when cholesterol is normal is incorrect, as hyperlipidemia often requires lifelong treatment to prevent cardiovascular events. Options A, B, and C are correct: muscle pain may indicate myopathy, nighttime dosing maximizes efficacy, and grapefruit juice increases drug levels.