A 66-year-old with NSTE-ACS is started on high-intensity statin. What additional lipid target strategy is recommended at discharge planning?...

Question

A 66-year-old with NSTE-ACS is started on high-intensity statin. What additional lipid target strategy is recommended at discharge planning?

Accepted Answer

Aim for >=50% LDL reduction and

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Aim for LDL-C

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No LDL strategy until 1 year

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Use niacin to reach HDL target

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Target total cholesterol

us-abim MCQ (SBA): ACS Secondary Prevention