A nurse teaches an older adult with a decreased production of estrogen. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching to decrease injury?
a. "Drink at least 2 liters of fluids each day."
b. "Walk around the neighborhood for daily exercise."
c. "Bathe your perineal area twice a day."
d. "You should check your blood glucose before meals."
ANS: B
An older adult client with decreased production of estrogen is at risk for decreased bone density and fractures. The nurse should encourage the client to participate in weight-bearing exercises such as walking. Drinking fluids and performing perineal care will decrease vaginal drying but not decrease injury. Older adults often have a decreased glucose tolerance, but this is not related to a decrease in estrogen.
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