The nurse reinforced teaching on decreasing the risk of atherosclerosis. Which of these responses by a patient would indicate understanding of teaching on how to reduce triglycerides with lifestyle changes and prescribed medication?
a. "Eat a high-fat diet, avoid smoking, and take daily furosemide (Lasix)."
b. "Limit activity, eat a high-protein diet, and take aspirin."
c. "Eat a low-protein diet, limit activity, and take niacin."
d. "Perform daily exercise, eat a low-fat diet, and take gemfibrozil (Lopid)."
ANS: D
D would help the patient reduce triglycerides.
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