Module A
Module B
Module C
Metabolic syndrome [W] Low HDL-C [V] Elevated TG [U]
Module C: Follow-up treatment algorithm
Follow-up patient for lipid lowering therapy
Is LDL-C at goal?
Address adherence [ S ]
1. Intensify MNT & exercise [ P ]
2. Modify drug/dose, consider combination therapy [ Q2 ] 3. Consider consultation/referral
Reschedule lipids evaluation at appropriate frequency and follow-up to maintain goals [ X ]
Does patient respond to therapy; LDL-C at goal?
Is TG level elevated, or low HDL-C ,or metabolic syndrome? [ T ] Intensify TLC and consider drug therapy for: Elevated TG [ U ] Low HDL-C [ V ] Metabolic Syndrome [ W ]
Reschedule lipids evaluation at appropriate frequency and follow up to maintain goals [ X ]
Reinforce lifestyle education Smoking, MNT, & Exercise [ I ] Address CV risk or comorbidities Sidebar 4: Lifestyle Modifications
Follow-up lipids at least annually [ Y ]