Cardiovascular Pharmacology NCLEX RN Nursing Practice Question
The nurse is answering phones in the general practice clinic and receives a call from a client who is experiencing leg pain after starting atorvastatin. Which of the following should the nurse advise the client to do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leg pain with atorvastatin may indicate myopathy or rhabdomyolysis, a serious side effect requiring immediate discontinuation and emergency evaluation.