A Patient Who Is Recovering from a STEMI 3 Months $\beta$

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient who is recovering from a STEMI 3 months prior is in the clinic for a follow-up evaluation. The patient is taking 81 mg of aspirin, a $\beta$ blocker, and an ACE inhibitor daily, and uses nitroglycerin as needed for angina. The patient's BMI is 24.5 kg/m² and serum LDL is 150 mg/dL. The patient has a blood pressure of 135/80 mm Hg. What action will the provider take to provide effective care for the patient?

• A) Prescribe an antihypertensive medication.
• B) Order counseling about a weight loss diet.
• C) Discontinue the ACE inhibitor.
• D) Order high-dose statin therapy.

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