Anu is reinforcing teaching with a client who is starting simvastatin.
Which of the following information should the nurse include?
A.
Change position slowly when rising from a chair.
B.
Maintain a steady intake of green leafy vegetables.
C.
Consume no more than 1 L/day of fluid.
D.
Take this medication in the evening.
When teaching a client who is starting simvastatin, the nurse should include the following information:
D. Take this medication in the evening.
Explanation:
- Simvastatin is a statin medication used to lower cholesterol levels. It is most effective when taken in the evening because cholesterol synthesis in the liver occurs primarily at night. Therefore, taking simvastatin at night maximizes its effectiveness in lowering LDL cholesterol levels.
A. Change position slowly when rising from a chair: While this is good general advice to prevent orthostatic hypotension, it is not specific to simvastatin.
B. Maintain a steady intake of green leafy vegetables: This is generally good advice for maintaining a balanced diet, but it is not specifically related to simvastatin use. However, clients should be aware that certain foods can interact with medications.
C. Consume no more than 1 L/day of fluid: This restriction is not related to simvastatin. The amount of fluid intake is generally not limited unless specified by other medical conditions or treatments.
Therefore, the correct and most relevant advice for a client starting simvastatin is to take the medication in the evening.