The patient asks the nurse what atorvastatin (Lipitor) newly prescribed will do. What's the expected outcome the nurse will describe?

Choice A rationaleAtorvastatin (Lipitor) does not decrease sitosterol. It mainly targets serum cholesterol and LDL levels to reduce cardiovascular risks.Choice B rationaleAtorvastatin does not decrease campesterol. Its primary effect is on serum cholesterol and LDL levels, aiming to lower the risk of heart disease.Choice C rationaleAtorvastatin effectively decreases serum cholesterol and LDL levels, which are the primary targets for reducing cardiovascular risks in patients with high cholesterol.Choice D rationaleAtorvastatin lowers both serum cholesterol and LDL levels, not just serum cholesterol, making it effective in reducing overall cardiovascular risk.