After reviewing information shown in the accompanying figure from the medical records of a 43-yr-old patient,which risk factor modification for coronary artery disease should the nurse include in patient teaching?

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The patient has an elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol,which will increase the risk of coronary artery disease. Although the blood pressure is in the prehypertensive range,the patient's waist circumference and body mass index indicate an appropriate body weight. The risk for coronary artery disease a year after quitting smoking is the same as a nonsmoker. The patient's occupation indicates that daily activity is at the levels suggested by national guidelines.

After Reviewing Information Shown in the Accompanying Figure from the Medical