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A Patient Who Is Taking a Statin Drug to Treat

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A patient who is taking a statin drug to treat dyslipidemia has begun a diet and exercise program. The patient reports new onset of muscle pain several weeks after beginning therapy. What is the initial action by the provider?


A) Discontinue the statin drug immediately
B) Obtain a creatine kinase level
C) Prescribe acetaminophen or ibuprofen
D) Recommend reducing exercise intensity

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