Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
When teaching a client who is beginning antilipemic therapy about possible drug-food interactions, the nurse will discuss which food?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Grapefruit juice. Grapefruit juice can interact with antilipemic medications, specifically statins, leading to increased drug levels in the bloodstream. This can result in potential adverse effects. Grapefruit juice inhibits the enzyme responsible for metabolizing these medications. Dairy products (B), bran muffins (C), and licorice (D) do not have significant interactions with antilipemic drugs.