A 60-year-old male client who is African American has diabetes, a BMI of 27, blood pressure 150/90 mm Hg, cholesterol 242 mg/dL, triglycerides 240 mg/dL, LDL 200 mg/dL, and HDL 23 mg/dL. Which factors should the nurse identify as placing this client at risk for cardiovascular disease?

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Being African American, being male, and increasing age are all risk factors for developing heart disease. Obesity and diabetes are also risk factors, but can be modified with diet, exercise, and good blood sugar control. The current recommendation for LDL in clients with other risk factors for heart disease is 70-100 mg/dl.

A 60-Year-Old Male Client Who Is African American Has Diabetes