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1. Upon her return from vacation, Ms Mitchel schedules a follow-up appointment with her HCP to ensure adequate healing of the fracture. At her appointment, the nurse interviews Ms Mitchell, who requ... ests that she be called Kat. During the intake assessment and interview, what information indicates that Kat has an increased risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply).: Answer: -Body mass index of 19 - Excessive alcohol use. A thin body build, evidenced by a body was index of 19, is a risk factor for osteoporosis. Additional risk factors include being female and of Caucasian or Asian ethnicity. Consuming greater than 2 alcoholic beverages daily is a risk factor for osteoporosis. 2. Kat is seen by the hcp, who recommends osteoporosis screening since Kat is at risk for Osteoporosis. The nurse meets with Kat to provide client teaching. Kat tells the nurse that she played a lot of sport as a child and teenager. She states, "I guess I just put too much stress on my bones over the years." How should the nurse respond?: Answer: Participating in sports activities often helps the bones become stronger and denser. Building maximal bone mass as a child and adolescent is very important to reduce the risk of osteoporosis as an adult. Physical activity, along with adequate nutrient intake, is essential to strengthen bone density. 3. Which aspect of her medication history is most likely to impact Kat's risk for osteoporosis?: Answer: Discontinued use of estrogen therapy 4 years ago, 8 years after a hysterectomy. Estrogen deficiency contributes to the onset of osteoporosis by causing an increase in osteoclastic activity, resulting in bone breakdown which occurs faster than bone formation (osteoblastic activity). 4. The nurse calls to schedule Kat's appointment for dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) of the hip and spine. An apptmt is available in 30 min. The next availb apptmt is in 3 wks [Show More]

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