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When Assessing a Patient's Nutritional Status,the Nurse Recalls That the Best

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When assessing a patient's nutritional status,the nurse recalls that the best definition of optimal nutritional status is:


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Low-Density Lipoprotein

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is a type of cholesterol often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, which can accumulate in the walls of arteries and contribute to heart disease.

High-Density Lipoprotein

A class of lipoprotein that carries cholesterol away from the arteries to the liver for removal; often referred to as "good" cholesterol.

Lipid

Organic compounds including fats, oils, waxes, and sterols, which are important for energy storage, insulating and protecting organs.

Chylomicrons

Lipoprotein particles that transport dietary lipids from the intestines to other locations in the body.

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