Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
The nurse is reviewing the client's laboratory values. Which serum laboratory 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
A
Rationale
Atorvastatin lowers LDL cholesterol, a key risk factor for coronary artery disease. A decrease in LDL levels indicates the medication is effectively reducing cardiovascular risk, making it the primary indicator of therapeutic success.