Adult Health Musculoskeletal

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The nurse is conducting health screening for osteoporosis. Which client is at greatest risk of developing this disorder?  1. A 25-year-old woman who jogs The nurse has given instructions to a clien... t returning home after knee arthroscopy. Which statement by the client indicates that the instructions are understood?  1. "I can resume regular exercise tomorrow."  2. "I can't eat food for the remainder of the day."  3. "I need to stay off the leg entirely for the rest of the day."  4. "I need to report a fever or site inflammation to my health care provider." 2. A 36-year-old man who has asthma  3. A 70-year-old man who consumes excess alcohol  4. A sedentary 65-year-old woman who smokes cigarettes The nurse is one of several persons who witnessed a vehicle hit a pedestrian at fairly low speed on a small street. The victim is dazed and tries to get up. The leg appears fractured. Which intervention should the nurse take?  1. Try to reduce the fracture manually.  2. Assist the victim to get up and walk to the sidewalk.  3. Leave the victim for a few moments to call an ambulance.  4. Stay with the victim and encourage the person to remain still. [Show More]

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