Teaching a client who is prescribed an HMG–CoA reductase inhibitor to treat high cholesterol and high lipid levels should include which information? 

a. The importance of exercise. 

b. The need for dietary changes to alter cholesterol levels 

c. That taking a statin will allow a full, unrestricted diet 

d. That drug therapy is always needed when these levels are elevated.

e. The importance of controlling blood pressure and blood glucose levels. 

f. That stopping smoking may also help to lower lipid levels.