PT, a 65-year-old male, comes to the emergency room complain…
PT, a 65-year-old male, comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. PT reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. PT also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI.Height: 5’9″Weight: 190 lbsWaist circumference: 105 cmBP: 140/93Labs Cholesterol: 259 mg/dL LDL: 180 mg/dL HDL: 58 mg/dL TG: 234 mg/dLDiet routine: Breakfast: Egg and sausage muffin, Coffee Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread, potato chips, soda Dinner: Chicken breast, mashed potatoes, iced tea, cheesecake Which is an example of a modifiable risk factor that contributed to PT’s condition?