Which the following persons should not have a statin medication ordered?

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Someone with a family history of muscle issues when starting on statins may have a genetic predisposition to muscle problems and may be at higher risk for side effects from statin therapy.

Answer: B
 High lipids alone can be an indication for statin therapy regardless of BMI.

Answer: C
 The recent hysterectomy is not a contraindication to starting a statin medication; however, the premenopausal status of the woman may suggest caution in starting the medication due to potential side effects.

Answer: D
 A prediabetic male with metabolic syndrome is a candidate for statin therapy to decrease cardiovascular risk, as long as other medical conditions or contraindications are not present.

Which the Following Persons Should Not Have a Statin Medication