In which of the following hospital patients would the care team most realistically anticipate finding normal cholesterol levels?

In which of the following hospital patients would the care team most realistically anticipate finding normal cholesterol levels?

Answers:

A. A 44-year-old male admitted for hyperglycemia and with a history of diabetic neuropathy

B. A 51-year-old male with a diagnosis of hemorrhagic stroke and consequent unilateral weakness

C. A 77-year-old female admitted for rheumatoid arthritis exacerbation who is receiving hormone replacement therapy and with a history of hypothyroidism

D. A morbidly obese 50-year-old female who is taking diuretics and a beta-blocker to treat her hypertension