__________ is the impaired calcification of the bone in an adult due to vitamin D deficiency that contributes to bone loss in osteoporosis
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Osteomalacia
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The nurse is caring for a client with infective endocarditis. The nurse teaches the client that he will have to take antibiotics periodically for the rest of the client's life. The client wants to know why
What would be the nurse's best answer to the client? A) "Just to be on the safe side." B) "You will be vulnerable to infective endocarditis for the rest of your life." C) "Your heart has been weakened, and it will need extra help so you can live a long life." D) "You will be susceptible to infections from all kinds of germs now."
A pregnant patient in labor asks the nurse how soon the baby can be breastfed after delivery. What should the nurse respond to the patient?
A) Immediately after birth B) After the infant is allowed to rest C) In 24 hours after her infant is given water D) Once the infant has a first feeding of formula
Which statement regarding oral candidiasis is true?
A. It is an inflammatory mucocutaneous disease. B. It is an acute bacterial infection of the gingiva. C. It is a complication of long-term antibiotic therapy. D. It is a risk factor for the development of oral cancer.
What instructions would the nurse give a patient with a new prescription for timolol eye drops?
A. "You will not have to take out your contact lenses before giving yourself these drops." B. "Avoid touching the tip of the bottle to the eyelid or eye." C. "Wash your hands before giving yourself these drops." D. "Occlude the inner canthus of the eye for a minute after the drop is given."