Which course of action taken by her patient with osteoporosis would allow the nurse to know that her teaching was effective?
a. Taking a calcium supplement every day and increasing her phosphorous intake
b. Participating in an aerobic barbell strength class at the gym three times a week
c. Using a wheelchair to reduce the risk of spontaneous fractures to her legs and feet
d. Seeking healthcare by scheduling a follow-up examination with bone density testing
B
Active participation in a weight-bearing and weight-lifting program demonstrates not only understanding of the treatment of osteoporosis but also commitment to an action plan to reduce bone loss that accompanies osteoporosis. Calcium supplementation is also part of the treatment for osteoporosis. However, high phosphorous intake lowers calcium levels and would not be appropriate for a client with osteoporosis. Restricting weight-bearing activity to a wheelchair will actually lower bone density. Although follow-up care is appropriate for a client with osteoporosis, it does not indicate commitment to a daily treatment plan.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is caring for a client exhibiting diarrhea, bradycardia, emesis, and salivation. The nurse understands that these findings are consistent with what mechanism?
A) Overstimulation of acetylcholinesterase receptors B) Overstimulation of muscarinic receptors C) Overstimulation of nicotinic receptors D) Overstimulation of histone deacetylase
In advising a hypertensive client who is reluctant to give up smoking, the nurse would state that nicotine from smoking
a. causes significant, irreversible changes in blood vessels. b. does not affect blood pressure but increases risk of cardiovascular disease. c. increases blood pressure immediately for a short time. d. is statistically linked to the development of hypertension.
To prepare a woman for a contraction stress test using nipple stimulation, an appropriate instruction would be to:
a. Massage both breasts simultaneously. b. Roll the nipple between the thumb and fingers. c. Continually stimulate the breasts throughout the test. d. Brush your palm across the nipple of one breast for 2 to 3 minutes.
A patient receives the usual dose of a medication for the first time and develops severe hypotension and bradycardia . The nurse reports this event as an __________ type of medication action
Fill in the blanks with correct word