Which of the following is protective and powerful enough to "offset" one of the major risk factors for heart disease?

a. Total cholesterol < 200 mg/dl
b. High-density lipoprotein cholesterol > 60 mg/dl
c. Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol ~ 100 mg/dl
d. Triglycerides < 150 mg/dl


b

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Recent surveys from the USDA indicate that Americans consume most of their calories fromĀ 

A. grain products (bread, pizza crust, macaroni, spaghetti), fats and oils (soybean). B. beverages (bottled water and energy drinks), fruits (apples and bananas), and dairy (cheese and yogurt). C. dairy products (milk, ice cream), beverages (sugar-sweetened soft drinks, coffee) and vegetables (French fries). D. meat products (fried chicken and hamburgers), beverages (beer and soda pop), and fried products (donuts and French fries).

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Which of these is healthiest?

a. A high level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol b. A high level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol c. A low level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol d. None of these options is healthy.

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Raw carrots are a safe food for infants to help meet their need for vitamin A.

a. true b. false

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In the Nutrition Care Process, which step may also involve nursing staff participation?

a. Assessment b. Diagnosis c. Intervention d. Monitor and evaluate

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