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Dyslipidaemia (Primary Prevention) — ABFM Board MCQ

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A 58-year-old with hypertension and dyslipidaemia has a 10-year ASCVD risk of 14%. What is recommended for primary prevention?

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Correct answer: B — Initiate moderate-intensity statin therapy

USPSTF recommends initiating a moderate-intensity statin in adults 40-75 with ≥1 CVD risk factor and a 10-year risk ≥10%. A/E: Inadequate. C: May be considered in very high-risk but not mandated. D: Aspirin not routinely recommended.

Reference: USPSTF (2022): Statin Use for Primary Prevention