A client diagnosed with coronary artery disease has been prescribed a medication that inhibits peripheral breakdown of lipids, reduces low-density lipoproteins (LDLs), and increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL) concentrations. What is this client most likely taking?

A 50-year-old female client expresses concern about developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). What statement made by the client suggests an understanding of the information the nurse presented on minimizing the risk?

The primary health care provider determines that the benefits of drug therapy outweigh the risks in a pregnant client who has been diagnosed with hypertension. What category of antihypertensive does the nurse expect to be prescribed for this client?

A client is diagnosed as having an elevated cholesterol level. The nurse is aware that plaque on the inner lumen of arteries begins as what?

The nurse is preparing a client for discharge who will receive a prescription for a hydroxymethylglutaryl–coenzyme A (HMG–CoA) inhibitor. What statement by the client demonstrates a clear understanding of the teaching provided by the nurse?

A client taking diltiazem for hypertension has come to the clinic for a follow-up appointment. The nurse will assess the client for which adverse effects?

The nurse evaluates a client’s lifestyle for factors contributing to hypertension. Which lifestyle factor would the nurse addresses as a need to change?

The nurse is preparing to teach a client about diet therapy when beginning bile sequestrant medication to lower lipid levels. What important point will the nurse include in the teaching plan?

The nurse is providing drug teaching for a client who is prescribed enalapril. What drug-specific adverse effect will the nurse include in the drug teaching?

An older adult client is taking a sustained-release antihypertensive drug. What is the nurse’s priority teaching point about this medication?