Which statement indicates to the nurse the client understands a modifiable risk factor for atherosclerosis?

The client asks the nurse, “My doctor just told me that atherosclerosis is why my chest hurts when I walk real fast. What does that mean?” Which statement is the nurse's best response?

The nurse is discussing the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis with a client who has a high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) level. Which information should the nurse discuss with the clients concerning the pathophysiology of LDL?

Which assessment data would cause the nurse to suspect the client has atherosclerosis?

The HCP prescribed atorvastatin, (Lipitor), an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Which teaching intervention should the nurse include when discussing this medication?

Which menu selection indicates to the nurse the client diagnosed with atherosclerosis understands the teaching concerning a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet?

The nurse is caring for clients on a telemetry floor. Which nursing task would be most appropriate to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

The client diagnosed with peripheral vascular disease is overweight, has smoked two packs of cigarettes a day for 20 years, and sits behind a desk all day. Which statement by the client refers to the strongest factor in the development of atherosclerotic lesions?

The female client tells the nurse that her cholesterol level was 189 mg/dL. Which action should the nurse implement?