Patient states the importance of dietary restrictions with emphasis on low-fat, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, and lowcalorie (if appropriate) diet as prescribed. • Patient has nutritional/dietary...

Patient states the importance of dietary restrictions with emphasis on low-fat, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, and lowcalorie (if appropriate) diet as prescribed. • Patient has nutritional/dietary consult for implementation of changes in lifestyle and dietary intake to help decrease cholesterol and triglyceride levels. • Patient follows guidelines as designated by the Adult Treatment Panel III of the National Cholesterol Education Program such as decrease in saturated and trans fat intake; boosting intake of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats; and low-carbohydrate and/or low-fat diet. • Patient implements regular aerobic exercise for 2 hours or more per week as prescribed.