Blood work done to identify risk factors for coronary heart disease reveals a client has elevated cholesterol and low density lipid (LDL) levels. The nurse should make the following suggestions for changes in dietary habits:
A)
Switch from whole milk to skim milk.
B)
Eliminate all red meat from the diet.
C)
Eliminate all simple sugars from the diet.
D)
Avoid eating eggs or any foods prepared with eggs.
A
Explanation:
A)
This offers a realistic option and reduces saturated fat, which contributes to cholesterol and lipid production. Total abstinence from meat is not necessary; the total intake of cholesterol should be less than 25% to 30% of total daily calories. Simple sugars contribute to elevation of triglyceride levels. It is recommended to restrict eggs to two per week.
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B)
This offers a realistic option and reduces saturated fat, which contributes to cholesterol and lipid production. Total abstinence from meat is not necessary; the total intake of cholesterol should be less than 25% to 30% of total daily calories. Simple sugars contribute to elevation of triglyceride levels. It is recommended to restrict eggs to two per week.
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C)
This offers a realistic option and reduces saturated fat, which contributes to cholesterol and lipid production. Total abstinence from meat is not necessary; the total intake of cholesterol should be less than 25% to 30% of total daily calories. Simple sugars contribute to elevation of triglyceride levels. It is recommended to restrict eggs to two per week.
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D)
This offers a realistic option and reduces saturated fat, which contributes to cholesterol and lipid production. Total abstinence from meat is not necessary; the total intake of cholesterol should be less than 25% to 30% of total daily calories. Simple sugars contribute to elevation of triglyceride levels. It is recommended to restrict eggs to two per week.
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