Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A client arrives to the healthcare setting currently taking atorvastatin (Lipitor) daily. Which assessment finding associated with atorvastatin (Lipitor) would need immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Dark-red urine. This finding is associated with a serious adverse effect of atorvastatin, rhabdomyolysis, which can lead to kidney damage. Immediate reporting is necessary to prevent further complications. Bradycardia (choice A), Elevated HDL cholesterol (choice B), and Migraine headache (choice C) are not directly related to atorvastatin use and do not require immediate reporting.