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Review
. 2007 Jul;21(46):42-7.
doi: 10.7748/ns2007.07.21.46.42.c4588.

Measuring cholesterol levels

Alison Pottle  1
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Review

Measuring cholesterol levels

Alison Pottle. Nurs Stand. 2007 Jul.

Abstract

The measurement and management of cholesterol levels are essential to reduce the risk of developing heart disease. Nursing staff play a key role in the detection and treatment of high cholesterol levels and the promotion of good nutritional health. This article focuses on the process of and rationale for cholesterol testing.

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