Question

A client's total cholesterol level is 344 mg/dl (8.6 mmol/l), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (ldl-c) level is 164 mg/dl (4.25 mmol/l), and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (hdl-c) level is 30 mg/dl (1.2 mmol/l). based on analysis of the data, how should the nurse direct client teaching?

Answer 1

The nurse should educate the client about LDL and HDL. LDL is an unhealthy cholesterol that should be below 100 mg/dl. HDL is a healthy cholesterol that should be between 40-60 mg/dl. The nurse should also inform the client of dietary options to improve their cholesterol levels, such as high fiber foods and citrus fruits.