A patient with a history of coronary artery disease reports persistent muscle ache.Laboratory results show a creatine kinase (CK)level of 360 units/L with normal transaminase levels (ALT and AST).Which medication should the nurse relate to this finding?

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Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a type of medication known as a statin, which is used to lower cholesterol levels in patients with coronary artery disease. One of the potential side effects of statin therapy is muscle ache, and elevated CK levels can be a sign of muscle damage. Therefore, the patient's persistent muscle ache and elevated CK level are likely related to atorvastatin use. Digoxin (B), metformin (C), and tenormin (D) are not known to cause muscle ache or elevate CK levels.

A Patient with a History of Coronary Artery Disease Reports