A nurse administering niacin would implement which action to help to reduce adverse effects? a) Give the medication with grapefruit juice.b )Administer a small dose of aspirin or an NSAID 30 minutes before the niacin dose.c )Administer the medication on an empty stomach.d) Have the patient increase dietary fiber intake

A nurse administering niacin would implement which action to help to reduce adverse effects? a) Give the medication with grapefruit juice.b )Administer a small dose of aspirin or an NSAID 30 minutes before the niacin dose.c )Administer the medication on an empty stomach.d) Have the patient increase dietary fiber intake

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

7th Edition

ISBN:9781305441620

Author:WOODROW

Publisher:WOODROW

Chapter1: Consumer Safety And Drug Regulations

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