The nurse is discussing the effects of aging on the body with a client. Based on this information, about which condition of the musculoskeletal caused by aging should the client should receive teaching from the nurse?
A) Shortening of vertebral column
B) Occurrence of contractures
C) Osteomalacia
D) Scoliosis
A
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One of the effects of aging on the musculoskeletal system is the shortening of the vertebral column. This condition can lead to backaches among the elderly. Contractures occur when a client adopts an abnormal position in bed. Rickets is a bone malformation caused by the deficiency of calcium and has nothing to do with backaches. Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine that occurs most commonly during adolescence. Osteomalacia occurs in adults as a result of vitamin D deficiency, but is not a natural effect of aging.
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