The nurse collecting data related to the client's risk factors associated with osteoporosis would include which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Thin body build
2. Smoking history
3. Postmenopausal age
4. Chronic corticosteroid use
5. Family history of osteoporosis
6. High intake of dairy products
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Rationale: A high intake of dairy products is not associated with osteoporosis, because dairy products are high in calcium. Other than low calcium intake, other risk factors for osteoporosis include a thin body frame, sedentary lifestyle, cigarette smoking, excessive alcohol intake, chronic illness, long-term use of corticosteroids, postmenopausal age, and a family history of osteoporosis.
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1. An obturator 2. A Kelly clamp 3. An irrigation set 4. A pair of scissors
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