NCLEX RN Medical Surgical Questions

The nurse is assessing clients at a health fair. Which client is at greatest risk for coronary artery disease?

A. A 32-year-old female with mitral valve prolapse who quit smoking 10 years ago.

B. A 43-year-old male with a family history of CAD and cholesterol level of 158.

C. A 56-year-old male with an HDL of 60 who takes atorvastatin (Lipitor).

D. A 65-year-old female who is obese with an LDL of 188.

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