Exhibits The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Select the 2 findings the nurse should identify as placing the client at risk for cardiovascular disease.

Rationale for Correct Answers: LDL level: An LDL level of 145 mg/dL exceeds the recommended limit (55 mg/dL). Higher HDL levels offer cardioprotective effects by helping remove cholesterol from the bloodstream and reducing the risk of plaque buildup.