Question

A client with hypertension and elevated cholesterol is prescribed atenolol (Tenormin®) and atorvastatin (Lipitor®). The client asks the nurse if there are any dietary restrictions with these medications. Which response by the nurse is *most* appropriate?

Accepted Answer

You should avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice.

Answer

There are no dietary restrictions for these medications.

Answer

Avoid taking the medication with dairy products.

Answer

Eating a high-protein diet increases the benefits of these medications.

Question 21 - Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam