A patient begins taking nicotinic acid (Niacin) and reports dizziness and flushing of the skin.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Contact the provider to discuss decreasing the dose.
B) Counsel the patient to increase fluid intake.
C) Request an order for renal function tests.
D) Schedule the medication to be taken with meals.
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