Why would a nurse lead a group of postmenopausal women on a daily 15-minute "walking tour" through the long-term care facility?
a. To improve bone strength
b. To orient them to their surroundings
c. To improve their socialization
d. To increase their appetite
ANS: A
Stress to long bones by weight-bearing and walking will increase bone strength.
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