A nurse is teaching a community group about bone health. Which of the following does the nurse recommend? (Select all that apply.)
a. Engage in regular weight-bearing exercise.
b. Get plenty of calcium and vitamin D in the diet.
c. If diagnosed with osteoporosis, take medications as prescribed.
d. Stop, or do not start, smoking.
e. Swim or cycle to get aerobic activity without stressing joints.
A, B, C, D
All four options are good for bone health. Option e provides muscle-strengthening exercises that may help prevent falls, but does not improve actual bone health.
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1. "Are you concerned the child is not getting enough sleep?" 2. "What time does your child goes to bed at night?" 3. "Is the child experiencing any stress at home?" 4. "What do you know about children who sleepwalk?"
A major barrier to health care for teen mothers is the:
a. Hospital/clinic is within walking distance of the girl's home. b. Institution is open days, evenings, and Saturday by special arrangement. c. Teen must be prepared to see a different nurse and/or physician at every visit. d. Health care workers have a positive attitude.
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A. small rodents. B. cats, dogs, and other pets. C. insects. D. none of the above.