The nurse is interviewing a new patient in the clinic. The patient is premenopausal, but is concerned about the bone changes and osteoporosis that can occur, since she is getting close to menopause
The nurse tells the patient that prevention is the primary goal. A primary goal for prevention would be: 1. Eliminating all alcohol intake.
2. Taking 500 mg of calcium each day.
3. Use of sunscreen to assist with absorption of vitamin D.
4. Regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises.
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Rationale 1: Alcohol in low moderation is acceptable.
Rationale 2: Calcium should be 1200–1500 mg a day.
Rationale 3: Sunscreen results in decreased production of vitamin D in the skin.
Rationale 4: This is correct. Regular weight bearing of the long bones is a primary goal for the prevention of osteoporosis.
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