Question

A 61-year-old man with dyslipidemia declines statins. ASCVD risk 12%. Which counseling point is correct per guideline?

Accepted Answer

Statins reduce major vascular events; discuss shared decision-making and consider CAC scoring to refine risk

Answer

Niacin is equivalent to statins

Answer

Red yeast rice is recommended

Answer

Ezetimibe monotherapy is first-line for primary prevention

Answer

No therapy is needed

Practice question

A 61-year-old man with dyslipidemia declines statins. ASCVD risk 12%. Which counseling point is correct per guideline?