The client is receiving a statin drug. The nurse notes an increase in creatine phosphokinase (CPK) levels. What is the nurse's priority action?

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An increase in CPK levels can indicate muscle damage or injury, which is a potential side effect of statin drugs. Holding the drug and notifying the physician allows for further evaluation and management of the possible adverse reaction. Continuing to administer the drug without addressing the elevated CPK levels can lead to further harm to the patient. Obtaining another CPK level later may be necessary but is not the priority action at this time.

The Client Is Receiving a Statin Drug