Answer Key: Hyperlipidemia Patient Homework / Assessment
True – Hyperlipidemia means there is too much fat (lipid) in the blood, often cholesterol or triglycerides.
False – High cholesterol usually has no symptoms. Stomach pain is not a typical sign.
True – Fried and fatty foods contain unhealthy fats that raise cholesterol.
True – Statins work by lowering the amount of cholesterol the liver makes.
True – If untreated, high cholesterol can cause plaque buildup, leading to heart attacks or strokes.
False – Exercise is still important even if you take medicine. It helps lower cholesterol and improves heart health.
True – Grapefruit juice can affect how certain statin medicines work and increase side effects.
True – A healthy cholesterol-lowering diet includes fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
True – Muscle pain or weakness can be a side effect of some cholesterol medicines.
True – Smoking damages blood vessels and increases the risk of heart disease in people with high cholesterol.
True – Regular lab tests help track cholesterol and make sure treatment is working.
False – HDL is the “good” cholesterol because it helps remove bad cholesterol from the blood.
True – LDL is the “bad” cholesterol that can build up in arteries.
True – Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice) can be a sign of liver problems and should be reported to your doctor.
False – Cholesterol numbers are important even without symptoms, because problems can develop silently.
True – Exercise can raise “good” HDL cholesterol and lower “bad” LDL cholesterol.
False – Hyperlipidemia usually has no early warning signs until damage occurs.
True – Triglycerides are another type of fat found in the blood.
True – Quitting smoking improves blood vessel health and lowers heart disease risk.
True – Sudden chest pain or trouble speaking may be signs of a heart attack or stroke and require emergency care.