A client's susceptibility to osteomalacia is related to which risk factor?
a. Calcium level of 11 mg/dL
b. Diet high in milk and soy
c. Phosphate level of 1.0 mg/dL
d. Taking vitamin D supplements
C
A low serum phosphate level predisposes a client to osteomalacia. The normal range is 2.5 to 4.5 mg/dL. Vitamin D supplements, diets high in vitamin D (e.g., milk and soy), and high calcium levels are not risk factors for osteomalacia.
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