The nurse is caring for a patient who asks, "What do high levels of low-density lipoproteins indicate?" What response by the nurse would be appropriate?
a. "Increased risk for coronary artery disease."
b. "Protection against coronary artery disease."
c. "Increased blood clotting risk."
d. "Decreased risk for atherosclerosis development."
ANS: A
High levels indicate that there is an increased risk for coronary artery disease.
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