The Nurse Reviewing a Client's Serum Cholesterol Levels Notes the Following

The nurse reviewing a client's serum cholesterol levels notes the following: Low density lipoprotein (LDL) = 105 mg/dl
High density lipoprotein (HDL) = 37 mg/dl
Low density lipoprotein (LDL) /high density lipoprotein (HDL) ratio = 4.1
Which should the nurse identify as the priority outcome in the client's plan of care?

A) Maintenance of normal lipid levels without the use of pharmacotherapy
B) Education about diet and exercise
C) Validate that the client understands the importance of lifestyle changes
D) The client's achievement of normal lipid levels through compliance with medications