The nurse knows that protein synthesis slows down as people age, causing a slowing down of tissue growth and repair. Knowing this, which of the following conditions should the nurse look for in their aging clients?

A. Building blocks of lipids: Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, not lipids. Lipids are composed of fatty acids and glycerol.

B. Classified as monosaccharide, disaccharides, and polysaccharides: These classifications refer to carbohydrates, not amino acids.

C. Classified as essential and nonessential: Amino acids are classified as essential (must be obtained from diet) and nonessential (can be synthesized by the body).

D. Building blocks of carbohydrates: The building blocks of carbohydrates are simple sugars (monosaccharides), not amino acids.

A. Unsaturated fats (HDL): High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is considered "good cholesterol" because it helps remove LDL cholesterol from the blood, reducing the risk of heart disease.

B. Omega-3 fatty acids: Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart disease by improving heart health.

C. Omega-6 fatty acids: While excessive omega-6 intake may contribute to inflammation, they are not the primary contributors to plaque buildup in blood vessels like saturated fats (LDL).

D. Saturated fats (LDL): Saturated fats increase low-density lipoprotein (LDL), also known as "bad cholesterol," which contributes to plaque buildup in arteries and increases the risk of heart disease.