After living with osteoporosis for 2 years, the older female adult's bone density scan shows no improvement despite consistent bisphosphonate therapy. Which intervention should the nurse implement to reduce bone loss for this older adult?
a. Add tai chi or yoga exercises.
b. Instruct her to drink fortified milk.
c. Increase weight-bearing exercise.
d. Review her daily nutritional habits.
D
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A Incorrect. These forms of exercise can help to increase bone density.
B Incorrect. Drinking fortified milk can help to increase bone density.
C Incorrect. Increasing weight-bearing exercise can help to increase bone density.
D Correct. Reviewing the older adult's nutritional habits can reveal clues about potential dietary contributors to bone loss from excessive sodium, alcohol, caffeine, or carbonated beverage intake. In addition, the nurse also confirms that the patient avoids smoking and a sedentary lifestyle that contribute to bone loss.
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