A nurse is providing an educational class to a group of older adults at a community senior center
In an effort to prevent osteoporosis, the nurse should encourage participants to ensure that they consume the recommended adequate intake of what nutrients? Select all that apply.
A) Vitamin B12
B) Potassium
C) Calcitonin
D) Calcium
E) Vitamin D
Ans: D, E
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A diet rich in calcium and vitamin D protects against skeletal demineralization. Intake of vitamin B12and potassium does not directly influence the risk for osteoporosis. Calcitonin is not considered to be a dietary nutrient.
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