Among the Following, Which Should Be the First Action Taken

question 61

Multiple Choice

Among the following, which should be the first action taken to lower blood cholesterol?

• A)Begin drug treatment.
• B)Consume a high-protein diet.
• C)Consume large amounts of fish and fish oils.
• D)Achieve and maintain appropriate body weight.
• E)Increase alcohol intake and/or use an antianxiety medication.

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