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Mr. Jones, who has been on pravastatin (Pravachol) 20 mg at bedtime for the past few months, complains of lately feeling extremely fatigued. The patient also noticed that his urine has been a darker color during the past 2 weeks. Which of the following is the best treatment plan to follow? A) Discontinue his pravastatin and order a liver function profile B) Continue the pravastatin but on half the dose C) Schedule him for a complete physical exam D) Schedule him for a liver function profile {Ans: A) Discontinue his pravastatin and order a liver function profile Side effects of statin drugs include myalgia, fatigue, and elevated liver enzymes. Routine labs should include liver enzymes to assess the effects on the liver.}The mother of a 16-year-old boy is concerned that her son is not developing normally. On physical exam, the patient is noted to have small testes with no pubic or facial hair. What is the most appropriate statement to the mother? A) Her son is developing normally B) Her son's physical development is delayed and should be evaluated by a pediatric endocrinologist C) Her son should be rechecked in 3 months; if he still does not have secondary