FNP Sarah Michelle Review Questions
Containing 71 Terms with Verified
Solutions Update 2024-2025
Initiate statin therapy when ASCVD risk is - Answer: >7.5%
Total cholesterol should be - Answer: <200 mg/dL
Total triglycerides should be - Answer: <150
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HDL - Answer: 40-60 mg/dL
LDL - Answer: <100
How often to check lipid profile on normal healthy adult - Answer: every 5 years
How often to recheck lipid panel after medication initiated - Answer: 1-3 months
until stabilized
Arcus senilus - Answer: a benign white or gray opaque ring in the corneal margin
of the eye due to high cholesterol
Xanthelasma - Answer: soft, raised yellow plaques occurring on the skin at the
inner corners of the eyes due to high cholesterol
First line treatment for high cholesterol - Answer: lifestyle modifications for 3
months
First line medication for high cholesterol - Answer: statins
(atorvastatin and rosuvastatin are high intensity if high dose)
Side effects to be aware of with statins - Answer: jaundice - acute drug hepatitis
new muscle pain - rhabdomyolysis - check CK level
What to avoid drinking while taking statins - Answer: grapefruit juice