When discussing hyperlipidemia with a group of adolescents, which high level labs should the nurse explain can prevent cardiovascular disease?

A) Cholesterol
B) Triglycerides
C) Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs)
D) High-density lipoproteins (HDLs)

Hyperlipidemia

A condition characterized by abnormally high levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, which can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

High-density Lipoproteins (HDLs)

A type of cholesterol in the blood known as "good" cholesterol because high levels may reduce the risk of heart disease by transporting cholesterol away from arteries to the liver for excretion or reuse.

Low-density Lipoproteins (LDLs)

Molecules that transport cholesterol to tissues throughout the body, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol due to their association with an increased risk of heart disease.