a patient taking atorvastatin for newly diagnosed dyslipidemia complains of muscle aches in his upper and lower legs for the past three weeks. it has not improved with rest. how should this be evaluated?

This can be evaluated by Order a CPK levelWhat is Dyslipidemia ?The imbalance of lipids, including triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein, LDL-cholesterol, and cholesterol, is known as dyslipidemia (HDL). This disorder, which can cause serious problems including cardiovascular disease, can be brought on by a poor diet, tobacco use, or genetics.Myalgias are a complaint of this patient that may be brought on by taking statins. Rhabdomyolysis needs to be examined in this case. By measuring a CPK level, this is accomplished. Atropine should be stopped right away if this level is high. The cause of myalgias cannot be determined by liver enzymes. The liver's sensitivity to statins is evaluated. Muscle cramps at night are not linked to statin use.Learn more about Dyslipidemia here:https://brainly.com/question/6531499#SPJ4