The nurse is providing education to a patient who has recently been prescribed niacin.Which information given by the nurse is accurate?

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Taking niacin with food can decrease the risk of nausea, which is a common side effect of this medication. While fluid retention and blood pressure increase may be possible side effects of niacin, there is no evidence suggesting that patients need to weigh themselves weekly or have their blood pressure checked monthly. Aspirin can be safely taken with niacin to decrease the risk of flushing.

The Nurse Is Providing Education to a Patient Who Has