Which is the acceptable mg/dl level, or below this level, ...

[sjones]

Which is the acceptable mg/dl level, or below this level, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol level for a child from a family with heart disease? _____ Record your answer as a whole number.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The nurse is conducting discharge teaching about signs and symptoms of heart failure to parents of an infant with a repaired tetralogy of Fallot. Which signs and symptoms should the nurse include (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Warm flushed extremities
  b. Weight loss
  c. Decreased urinary output
  d. Sweating (inappropriate)
  e. Fatigue

[huda]

Answer to Question 1

ANS:
110

The low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) contain low concentrations of triglycerides, high levels of cholesterol, and moderate levels of protein. LDL is the major carrier of cholesterol to the cells. Cells use cholesterol for synthesis of membranes and steroid production. Elevated circulating LDL is a strong risk factor in cardiovascular disease. For children from families with a history of heart disease, the LDL should be <110.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, D, E
The signs and symptoms of heart failure include decreased urinary output, sweating, and fatigue. Other signs include pale, cool extremities, not warm and flushed, and weight gain, not weight loss.