A client is learning about cholesterol. The nurse explains that the "good cholesterol" transports plasma cholesterol away from plaques and to the liver for metabolism. This type of cholesterol is called:

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High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is considered the "good cholesterol" because it transports excess cholesterol from peripheral tissues, including plaques in arteries, to the liver for metabolism and excretion. It is believed that HDL has protective effects against heart disease.

A Client Is Learning About Cholesterol