1. Upon her return from vacation, Ms Mitchel schedules a follow-up appointment
with her HCP to ensure adequate healing of the fracture. At her appointment,
the nurse interviews Ms Mitchell, who requests that she be called Kat.
During the intake assessment and interview, what information indicates that
Kat has an increased risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply).:
Answer:
-Body mass index of 19
- Excessive alcohol use.
A thin body build, evidenced by a body was index of 19, is a risk factor for
osteoporosis.
Additional risk factors include being female and of Caucasian or Asian ethnicity.
Consuming greater than 2 alcoholic beverages daily is a risk factor for
osteoporosis.
2. Kat is seen by the hcp, who recommends osteoporosis screening since Kat
is at risk for Osteoporosis. The nurse meets with Kat to provide client teaching.
Kat tells the nurse that she played a lot of sport as a child and teenager. She
states, "I guess I just put too much stress on my bones over the years."
How should the nurse respond?:
Answer:
Participating in sports activities often helps the bones become stronger and denser.
Building maximal bone mass as a child and adolescent is very important to reduce
the risk of osteoporosis as an adult. Physical activity, along with adequate nutrient
intake, is essential to strengthen bone density.
3. Which aspect of her medication history is most likely to impact Kat's risk
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