Which of the Following Patients Should Not Have a Statin

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following patients should not have a statin medication ordered?

• A)Someone with three first- or second-degree family members with history of muscle issues when started on statins
• B)Someone with high lipids but low body mass index (BMI)
• C)Premenopausal woman who have had a recent hysterectomy
• D)A prediabetic male with known metabolic syndrome

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