Teaching for patients with osteoporosis and their family members should not include
a. Limiting caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol
b. Installing grab bars in the shower and toilet areas
c. Decreasing the intake of yogurt and milk
d. Removal of scatter rugs and other trip items
C
Responses A, B, and D all are necessary education points. Patients with osteoporosis should increase their calcium intake with fortified foods such as low-fat milk, yogurt, cereal, and orange juice. They should also limit their intake of caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol and should not use scatter rugs because they are at increased risk of falling.
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