Cardiovascualr meds:HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (statins): atorvastatin
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atorvastatin moa
Decrease LDL and VLDL
Increased HDL
Vasodilation, decrease in plaque site inflammation
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use
Hypercholesterolemia
Protection against MI and stroke in clients with DM
Prevention of coronary events
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Complications:
Hepatotoxicity
Myopathy (muscle pain)
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Contraindications:
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Liver disorder
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Drug/drug Interactions:
Fibrates and ezetimibe
Erythromycin
Amiodarone
Grapefruit juice
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Nursing Education:
PO with pm meal as cholesterol is synthesized during the night
Obtain baseline cholesterol tests & monitor throughout treatment
Lifestyle adjustment
Do not consume alcohol
Note 
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