A patient's cholesterol screening shows a high density lipoprotein (HDL) value greater than 40, and a total serum cholesterol level of 188. The patient has no other cardiac or vascular risk factors. What does the nurse advise the patient to do?
a. Modify the diet to exclude fats and increase fiber, then repeat tests.
b. Contact the physician for a prescription of antilipemic medication.
c. Repeat total and HDL cholesterol testing in 6 to 12 weeks.
d. Repeat total and HDL cholesterol testing during the next routine exam.
Answer: d. Repeat total and HDL cholesterol testing during the next routine exam.
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