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PT, a 65-year-old male, comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. PT reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. PT also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI.
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 190 lbs
Waist circumference: 105 cm
BP: 140/93
Cholesterol: 259 mg/dLLDL: 180 mg/dLHDL: 58 mg/dLTG: 234 mg/dL
Diet routine:Breakfast: Egg and sausage muffin
Coffee
Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread
Potato chips Soda
Dinner: Chicken breast Mashed potatoes Iced tea
Cheesecake
PT's diet is high in which component?
A. polyunsaturated fat
B. saturated fat
C. vitamin D
D. monounsaturated fat
E. potassium
Answer: B
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