When providing information about high cholesterol levels, the nurse explains that saturated fats usually are animal in origin, solid at room temperature, and should be avoided because they:
a. block absorption of nutrients.
b. interfere with metabolism.
c. increase blood cholesterol.
d. must be hydrogenated.
C
Saturated fats tend to increase blood cholesterol.
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