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High-intensity statin after ACS — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyCardiovascular TherapeuticsHigh-intensity statin after ACSGPhC CRA

A discharge prescription after NSTEMI includes aspirin 75mg daily, bisoprolol 1.25mg daily and atorvastatin 10mg nightly. The patient has normal liver function and no statin intolerance. You are clinically checking the discharge supply. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: C — Query the atorvastatin dose with the prescriber

After acute coronary syndrome, high-intensity statin therapy is generally used unless contraindicated. Atorvastatin 10mg is a low dose for this context and should be queried. Duplicate statin therapy or delaying statin initiation would not fit standard secondary prevention practice.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF