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    Hesi compass B exit proctored exam
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    The nurse is teaching a client with coronary artery disease about a newly prescribed medication, atorvastatin. The client plans to take the medication in the morning with breakfast. What food choices are best for the nurse to recommend that the client should include with the meal? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Low-fat yogurt is appropriate because it is low in saturated fat, which supports lipid control with atorvastatin therapy. B. Oatmeal is high in soluble fiber, which helps reduce LDL cholesterol and complements the effect of atorvastatin. C. Whole banana is a healthy fruit choice without known adverse interactions with atorvastatin. D. Sliced grapefruit should be avoided because grapefruit can inhibit the metabolism of atorvastatin, increasing the risk of toxicity. E. Whole milk is high in saturated fat, which can counteract the lipid-lowering effects of atorvastatin.

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