It introduced lipoproteins, including their metabolism and their connection to CAD. Many classes of lipid-lowering medications were described, along with salient nursing implications and client education

lipoproteins — combinations of lipids and proteins that carry cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. cholesterol — major sterol in the body; important for the structure of cell membranes and the production of hormones, bile acids, and vitamin D. chylomicrons — lipoproteins produced by enterocytes in the gut; carry triglycerides to the tissues after dietary consumption. familial hypercholesterolemia — genetic disorder that manifests as very high cholesterol levels that can cause early cardiovascular disease.