A patient will begin taking simvastatin (Zocor) to decrease serum cholesterol. When teaching the patient about this medication, the nurse will counsel the patient to take which action?
A) Return to the clinic annually for laboratory testing.
B) Take care when rising from a sitting to standing position.
C) Take the medication in the evening for best effect.
D) Use ibuprofen as needed for severe muscle aches and pain.
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