List the abnormal values that are found in his lipid profile? What are the long-term implications? What are the possible treatment options for these abnormalities?
What will be an ideal response?
• Total cholesterol of 235 mg/dL and LDL-C of 160 mg/dL are increased.
• Markers of coronary artery disease, HDL-C 30 mg/dL and apolipoprotein A, are low.
• All of these lipid abnormalities are risk factors for coronary artery disease.
• Treatment options include:
- Lowering trans-and saturated-fat intake (lower LDL cholesterol)
- TLC diet
- Physical activity (may increase HDL-C)
- Pharmacological intervention (ex: statins, bile acid sequestrants, nicotinic acid, and fibrates)
- Soluble fiber (decrease total and LDL cholesterol)
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A) antibiotics B) high-fiber diet C) laxatives D) antidiarrheals
Which individual would be classified as being very active?
a. a carpenter b. a teacher c. a football player d. a gardener e. a telemarketer
In the United States, food insecurity is most likely to affect ________.
A. body builders who consume too many protein supplements B. adult women who take birth control pills C. older adults on fixed incomes D. adolescent boys experiencing a growth spurt
What is the term that describes the process in which nutrients pass through the wall of the gastrointestinal tract?
A) segmentation B) digestion C) absorption D) elimination