When preparing to care for a client with a family history of Paget's disease, it is most important for the nurse to include education in which area?
a. Avoidance of infections
b. Exercise program
c. Nutrition high in vitamin C
d. Need for genetic testing
D
Paget's disease has been noted in up to 30% of people with a positive family history. Clients who have a history of this disease in their family should be taught the importance of genetic counsel-ing. An exercise program may be started with the help of a physical therapist, but exercise may be difficult because of pain and danger of fracture. The diet should be rich in calcium and vitamin D.
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