Improve detection of raised cholesterol (and other CVD risk factors)
As part of identifying and assessing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, NICE guidance (CG181) advises assessing patient readiness to make changes to their lifestyle including smoking (BRF-001), diet (BRF-002), physical activity (BRF-003) and alcohol consumption (BRF-004).
For signposting to relevant NICE guidelines/ quality standards relating to detection of hyperlipidaemia as a source of potential improvement actions, see below.