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The nurse has informed a client who is at high risk for osteoporosis to avoid excessive caffeine, soft drinks, alcohol, and smoking.
 
  The nurse has also encouraged her to include dietary calcium sources in her diet and recommended including vitamin D 400 to 800 IU along with her calcium intake. The nurse encourages the intake of vitamin D based on the understanding that it will:
  A) Ensure adequate calcium metabolism and absorption
  B) Balance calories and cholesterol
  C) Promote a relaxed sleeping pattern
  D) Increase bone density

Question 2

The pediatric nurse teaches a patient that following a sprain to an extremity, it is important to take the following measures.
  Select all answers that apply.
 
  A) Immediately perform range of motion exercises on the extremity.
  B) Apply heat to the extremity for first 48 hours at 15-minute intervals.
  C) Apply an ace wrap to apply pressure and reduce swelling of the joint.
  D) Elevate and move the affected joint to reduce swelling and stiffness.



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Mochi

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C, D




Shelles

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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