The client tells the nurse that his doctor wants him to take a medication for his high cholesterol, but he doesn't know which one would be best. What is (are) the best response(s) by the nurse? Select all that apply.

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B) Fibric acid drugs are indeed known for their ability to decrease triglycerides, which is a type of fat in the blood, but they may not significantly lower LDL cholesterol, which is often the primary target in reducing cardiovascular risk.C) Statin drugs are widely recognized as the first-line treatment for lowering LDL cholesterol levels. They work by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which plays a central role in the production of cholesterol in the liver.E) Bile acid sequestrants (or bile resins) work by binding to bile acids in the intestine, preventing them from being reabsorbed. This forces the liver to use more cholesterol to produce bile acids, thereby lowering the level of cholesterol in the blood. They can be effective in lowering cholesterol levels but may have gastrointestinal side effects.

The Client Tells the Nurse That His Doctor Wants Him