Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
The client has been taking nicotinic acid. Which adverse effects are common with nicotinic acid? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
B,C,E
Rationale
The correct answer is B, C, and E. Nicotinic acid commonly causes flushing, fever, and hot flashes due to its vasodilatory effects. Flushing occurs from prostaglandin release, fever can be due to increased prostaglandin production, and hot flashes are a result of vasodilation. Weight gain (choice A) is not a common side effect of nicotinic acid. Chest heaviness (choice D) is not typically associated with nicotinic acid use. No other choices are provided.