Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
The LPN is caring for a client taking Lipitor (Atorvastatin). Which of these statements would indicate that the client may need reinforced teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Grapefruit juice should be avoided when taking Lipitor. Grapefruit juice blocks the enzymes needed to breakdown the drug, which leads to excessive amounts of the drug in the body.