A nurse is providing education to a community women's group about lifestyle changes helpful in preventing osteoporosis. What topics does the nurse cover? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cut down on tobacco product use.
b. Limit alcohol to two drinks a day.
c. Strengthening exercises are important.
d. Take recommended calcium and vitamin D.
e. Walk 30 minutes at least 3 times a week.
ANS: C, D, E
Lifestyle changes can be made to decrease the occurrence of osteoporosis and include strengthening and weight-bearing exercises and getting the recommended amounts of both calcium and vitamin D. Tobacco should be totally avoided. Women should not have more than one drink per day.
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