A 40-75-year-old with LDL 120 mg/dl and 10-year PCE risk 7.5-<20%: which approach is appropriate?

A 40-75-year-old with LDL 120 mg/dl and 10-year PCE risk 7.5-<20%: which approach is appropriate?

• A. Discuss with patient; review risk-enhancing factors. Reasonable to consider moderate-intensity statin. If unsure after discussion, CAC scoring to further risk stratify.
• B. Heart-healthy lifestyle only
• C. Start high-intensity statin immediately
• D. CAC scoring is not recommended

Answer: (A)