The nurse is teaching an adolescent with elevated triglycerides foods that should be decreased. What foods should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avocados
b. Canola oil
c. White flour
d. White rice
e. Sugary cereals
ANS: C, D, E
If triglycerides are elevated, dietary recommendations include decreasing the intake of foods high in simple carbohydrates such as white flour, white rice, white bread, white pasta, sugary cereals, juice, and soda. Avocados and canola oil have beneficial effects on HDL, which is the good cholesterol.
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