Which information does the nurse include in patient teaching about cholesterol testing? Select all that apply.

Total cholesterol should be less than 200 mg/dL , LDL is “bad” cholesterol because higher levels increase the risk of coronary artery disease, The desirable range for HDL cholesterol is 40 to 60 mg/dL. The desirable range for total cholesterol is less than 200 mg/dL. The desirable range for LDL cholesterol is less than 100 mg/dL (for most people; the targets for people with certain conditions are lower). The desirable range for HDL cholesterol is between 40 and 60 mg/Dl. Patients should fast for 9 to 12 hours before the blood draw, particularly for triglyceride measurements. LDL is commonly called bad cholesterol because above a certain level it correlates with risk of coronary heart disease.

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