The nurse is providing care for a patient with high cholesterol and triglyceride values. In teaching the patient about therapeutic lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise,
the nurse realizes that the desired goal for cholesterol levels is which of the following?
A) High HDL values and high triglyceride values
B) Absence of detectable total cholesterol levels
C) Elevated blood lipids, fasting glucose less than 100
D) Low LDL values and high HDL values
Ans: D
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The desired goal for cholesterol readings is for a patient to have low LDL and high HDL values. LDL exerts a harmful effect on the coronary vasculature because the small LDL particles can be easily transported into the vessel lining. In contrast, HDL promotes the use of total cholesterol by transporting LDL to the liver, where it is excreted. Elevated triglycerides are also a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. A goal is also to keep triglyceride levels less than 150 mg/dL. All individuals possess detectable levels of total cholesterol.
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