Question 1.Question :
Jose is a twelve-year-old overweight child with a total cholesterol
level of 180 mg/dL and LDL of 125 mg/dL. Along with diet
education and recommending increased physical activity, a
treatment plan for Jose would include ____ with a reevaluation in
six months.
statins
niacin
sterols
bile acid-binding resins
Question 2.Question :
Donald has been diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. On the basis of his
lipid profile, atorvastatin is prescribed. Rhabdomyolysis is a rare
but serious adverse response to this drug. Donald should be told to:
Become a vegetarian since this disorder is associated with
eating red meat
Stop taking the drug if abdominal cramps and diarrhea develop
Report muscle weakness or tenderness and dark urine to
his provider immediately
Expect “hot flash” sensations during the first two weeks of
therapy