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ATI NUR 180 Pharmacology Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client with hyperlipidemia. Which of the following are considered anti-lipemic medications? (Select All That Apply).
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: The correct answer is A, B, and E. Gemfibrozil, Simvastatin, and Fenofibrate are considered anti-lipemic medications.
- Gemfibrozil is a fibric acid derivative that helps lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol levels.
- Simvastatin is a statin that inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, reducing LDL cholesterol levels.
- Fenofibrate is a fibrate that lowers triglycerides and increases HDL cholesterol.
Enalapril (
C) is an ACE inhibitor used for hypertension, not hyperlipidemia. Warfarin (
D) is an anticoagulant and does not directly impact lipid levels.
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