The community health nurse is assessing the risk factors for…
The community health nurse is assessing the risk factors for osteoporosis in a female client at a health fair. For each assessment finding, choose to specify if the finding is a risk factor for osteoporosis. Select all that are risk factors. Findings Risk Factor Not a Risk Factor Nonsmoker Walks 2 miles, 3 days/week Asian heritage Large frame Postmenopausal status 66 years of age Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D Takes fluticasone inhaler daily for asthma
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A 72 year-old Korean female is newly diagnosed with osteoporosis. Her home health nurse is to teach the patient and family member about foods high in calcium. The patient and the family member are highly educated and read and speak English well. Which is the best first step in teaching them about nutrition therapy for osteoporosis?
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