WorksheetsPD Hyperlipidemia-3
Total questions: 5
Worksheet time: 3mins
Which of the following statements about the non-pharmacological management of hyperlipidaemia
is CORRECT?
A Mediterranean diet, rich in fish, fruits and vegetables was shown to decrease high density lipoprotein cholesterol by almost a third.
A Mediterranean diet, rich in fish, fruits and vegetables was shown to decrease low density lipoprotein cholesterol by almost a third.
A diet consisting of natural plant foods rich in sterols and plant sterol-enriched dairy can reduce high density lipoprotein cholesterol by up to 15%.
A diet consisting of natural plant foods rich in sterols and plant sterol-enriched dairy can reduce low density lipoprotein cholesterol by up to 15%.
What is the next step if LDL-C target has not been achieved with maximal tolerated dose of statin?
Replace with Ezetimide
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Replace with evolocumab Injection
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Mr Rahman comes into your pharmacy and asks to speak to a pharmacist. He is very concerned as he has just started on simvastatin 20mg and his arms have started to hurt a little. He is aware of the serious side effect (rhabdomyolysis) caused by statin and he would like to stop taking his simvastatin. Which of the following statements is CORRECT?
Rhabdomyolysis is common. Given that Mr Rahman arms have started to hurt, he should stop taking his simvastatin and visit his doctor immediately.
Rhabdomyolysis is a known adverse effect of atorvastatin, Mr Rahman should stop taking his simvastatin and commence on fish oil capsules to manage his triglycerides.
Rhabdomyolysis is a rare adverse effect of simvastatin, and given that the pain is not intense, you advise that the simvastatin should be continued.
Rhabdomyolysis is a rare adverse effect of simvastatin, however, given the recent onset of pain in Mr Rahman's arms and his concern, the pharmacist should consider referring him back to his doctor.
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