title: Reducing cardiovascular disease risk: cholesterol and diet.
abstract: Addressing cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a priority for all involved in health promotion. Identifying those at risk and implementing strategies to reduce the incidence of CVD are important issues for government and healthcare providers. This article discusses risk assessment and medical intervention, and provides a detailed analysis of the role of diet in cholesterol reduction. The nurse's role in assisting patients to make dietary changes is examined and practical information on empowering patients to manage their health is provided.
authors.affiliation: Stirling.
authors.forename: Jaqui
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Walker
mesh_terms: D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004032:Diet; D006293:Health Promotion; D006801:Humans; D006937:Hypercholesterolemia / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control*; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D011322:Primary Prevention; D012307:Risk Factors