A patient has a serum cholesterol level of 270 mg/dL. The patient ...

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A patient has a serum cholesterol level of 270 mg/dL. The patient asks the nurse what this level means. Which response by the nurse is correct?
 
  a. You have a high risk for coronary artery disease.
  b. You have a moderate risk for coronary artery disease.
  c. You have a low risk for coronary artery disease.
  d. You have no risk for coronary artery disease.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a patient prior to administering thrombolytic therapy. Which is an important assessment for this patient?
 
  a. Determining whether the patient has a history of diabetes
  b. Finding out about a history of renal disease
  c. Assessing which medications are taken for discomfort
  d. Assessing whether the patient eats green, leafy vegetables

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
A value of 270 mg/dL for serum cholesterol puts the patient at high risk.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Patients who take aspirin or nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be monitored closely for excessive bleeding when given thrombolytics. There are no contraindications or precautions for patients with diabetes or renal disease. Foods rich in vitamin K are of concern for patients taking warfarin.