Mr Jacobs, Who Started Taking Lipitor (Atorvastatin) 8 Weeks Ago

Multiple Choice

Mr. Jacobs, who started taking Lipitor (atorvastatin) 8 weeks ago, returns for a follow-up visit. He is angry because there has been no improvement in his cholesterol level. How should the nurse respond to his concern?

A) This medication helps to control but does not cure elevated serum cholesterol levels.
B) Continue to take the medication as you have been and you should see results within 3 months.
C) It must be taken in conjunction with an antihypertensive to get the most beneficial response.
D) Did you eat something for breakfast this morning that would have caused the test result to be elevated?