Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
A client newly prescribed niacin reports flushing after their first dose. Which medication would the nurse anticipate administering to manage this side effect?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: NSAIDs. NSAIDs, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, are commonly used to manage flushing caused by niacin by reducing prostaglandin synthesis. Beta blockers (A) and calcium channel blockers (B) are not effective for flushing related to niacin. Fibric acid derivatives (D) are used to treat dyslipidemia, not flushing.