Which of the following women are most likely to be deficient in vitamin D?
a. Teenager who plays soccer
b. Menopausal woman who plays tennis regu-larly
c. 65-year-old woman in a long-term care facility
d. Pregnant woman who works in an office building
C
This 65-year-old woman in a long-term care facility lacks exposure to the sun; in addition her age places her at increase need for additional vitamin D. Outdoor activities (e.g., soccer and tennis) provide exposure to sufficient sunlight to produce adequate vitamin D. While the client who works in an office building may be at risk due to pregnancy and decreased sun exposure, only 30 minutes a day two to three times a week is sufficient to produce vitamin D.
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1. Groups being at different risk for disease. 2. Equal distribution of health-care dollars. 3. Gender equity. 4. Multicultural understandings.
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1. Review the crutch walking instruction sheet with the client 2. Suggest the client walk with a cane 3. Consult with physical therapy to determine if a walker would be more appropriate 4. Maintain the client on bed rest until able to ambulate with the crutches
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