Chapter 27-Antilipemic Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Which cholesterol is the good cholesterol?
A
High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
2
Q
Cholesterol levels of _____ mg/dL is 3 to 4 times greater than that in patients with levels less than _____ mg/dL
A
300, 200
3
Q
What is the mechanism of action for antilipemic drugs?
A
Lowers lipid levels
4
Q
What is the suffix for LDL reducers?
A
-statin
5
Q
Where is the primary nursing diagnosis for antilipemic drugs?
A
Imbalanced nutrition, more than body requirements, related to poor dietary habits of high fat intake
