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KL is a 72-year-old African American female living in a long-term care facility close to the Canadian border. She has a history of RA, which was well controlled until recently. She reports taking calcium supplements and eating lots of cheese. She arrives at the hospital with a hip fracture following a fall.
Height: 5'8" Weight: 210 pounds

 
What is the best practical advice that can be given to KL to help prevent future fractures?

A. Supplement the diet with vitamin D.
B. Move to a sunny climate.
C. Take more calcium.
D. Lose significant weight.
E. Supplement the diet with glucosamine/chondroitin.


Answer: A

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