Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
An increase in which serum lab value indicates to the nurse that a prescription for atorvastatin is having the desired effect for a client at risk for coronary artery disease?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Atorvastatin lowers LDL and raises HDL to reduce coronary artery disease risk. An increase in HDL indicates a beneficial effect. Increased LDL, PT, or CK (indicating muscle damage) are not desired.