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    A Patient Is Taking Gemfibrozil to Lower Her Cholesterol Level
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A Patient Is Taking Gemfibrozil to Lower Her Cholesterol Level

Question 5

Question 5

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A patient is taking gemfibrozil to lower her cholesterol level.
Which adverse effect of this medication should the nurse tell the patient about?


A) Constipation
B) Diarrhea
C) Joint pain
D) Dry mouth

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