Question

A 71-year-old man with new T2D (A1c 7.4%), hypertension, LDL 142 mg/dL, ASCVD risk 20% asks about risk reduction. Which is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Start moderate-to-high intensity statin and BP goal <130/80 if safe

Answer

Avoid statins due to diabetes

Answer

Use aspirin universally at age 71

Answer

No BP target is necessary

Answer

Aim A1c <5.5%

Practice question

A 71-year-old man with new T2D (A1c 7.4%), hypertension, LDL 142 mg/dL, ASCVD risk 20% asks about risk reduction. Which is appropriate?