A client tells the nurse his recent blood work indicated his high density lipids (HDLs) were 40 mg/dL and asks if this is a "good level"? The nurse should respond:
A)
"You should ask your primary care provider to explain the results."
B)
"That is a good level. You must be eating healthy."
C)
"It is desirable to have a level above 60 mg/dL."
D)
"HDLs should be lower than your cholesterol level."
C
Explanation:
A)
This provides the most accurate statement. HDL levels are generally lower than the total cholesterol level, but option D does not provide the best answer. Deferring to the primary care provider does not answer the client's question, although client should be encouraged to discuss the results of the entire lipid profile.
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B)
This provides the most accurate statement. HDL levels are generally lower than the total cholesterol level, but option D does not provide the best answer. Deferring to the primary care provider does not answer the client's question, although client should be encouraged to discuss the results of the entire lipid profile.
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C)
This provides the most accurate statement. HDL levels are generally lower than the total cholesterol level, but option D does not provide the best answer. Deferring to the primary care provider does not answer the client's question, although client should be encouraged to discuss the results of the entire lipid profile.
Analysis
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
This provides the most accurate statement. HDL levels are generally lower than the total cholesterol level, but option D does not provide the best answer. Deferring to the primary care provider does not answer the client's question, although client should be encouraged to discuss the results of the entire lipid profile.
Analysis
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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