The nurse is reviewing the lipid panel of a patient with a body mass index (BMI) of 31. Which of the following would be expected in this patient?

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Patients with a BMI of 31 are considered obese and are at a higher risk for developing dyslipidemia. Low HDL levels are commonly seen in patients with obesity and are a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Elevated HDL is not expected in this patient population. The TH level is not directly related to lipid panel results. LDL levels may be high in some patients with obesity, but it is not always the case.

The Nurse Is Reviewing the Lipid Panel of a Patient