Connected Concepts
This diet is recommended to lower lipid levels
This lipoprotein is considered good cholesterol.
HDL
Which medication class is commonly used to lower LDL cholesterol levels?
Statins
Which lipid is primarily responsible for transporting cholesterol away from the arteries and back to the liver?
High-Density Lipoprotein
Primary purpose of IV lipid emulsions in parenteral nutrition?
To deliver essential fatty acids and calories
During pregnancy, lipid levels naturally rise to support:
Fetal development
This lipoprotein contributes to plaque formation in the arteries
LDL
This substance should be avoided with statins due to drug interactions
Grapefruit
This liver enzyme is monitored before and during statin therapy
ALT or AST
Which filter size is required when administering IV lipid emulsions?
1.2 micron filter
This food group should be limited to reduce LDL and total cholesterol
Saturated fats
This hormone derived from cholesterol, regulates stress response
Cortisol
What is a common side effect of statin therapy that nurses should monitor for?
Rhabdomyolysis
What dietary recommendation is most appropriate for a patient with elevated LDL and triglycerdides?
Increase omega-3 fatty acids
What is a common sign of fat overload syndrome during lipid infusion?
Fever and respiratory distress
This disease process involves fatty deposits in arterial walls, reducing perfusion
Atherosclerosis
Triglyercides
A nurse is administering gemfibrozil. What should be monitored?
Liver enzymes and creatine kinase
Which lab value is most specific for diagnosing acute pancreatitis related to lipid metabolism?
Lipase
Which route is preferred for administering IV lipids?
Central line or PICC
Lipid dysregulation during pregnancy may signal this complication
Preeclampsia
Lipid abnormalities increase risk for this cerebrovascular event
Stroke or TIA
This vitamin used to lower lipids must be taken with food
Niacin (B3)
Which lipid is stored in adipose tissue and released for energy between meals?
Triglycerides
How many kilocalories per gram do lipids provide?
9 kcal/g