The nurse is preparing diet teaching for a female patient who is postmenopausal, weighs 100 lbs. and is 5 feet 1 inch tall. Which food should the nurse encourage the patient consume?
a. Red meat
b. Fresh fruits
c. Whole grains
d. Dairy products
ANS: D
D. The patient is at risk for osteoporosis. Dairy products should be encouraged. A. B. C. Red meat, fresh fruits, and whole grains do not help prevent the development of osteoporosis.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)