Which menu choice by a patient with osteoporosis indicates that the nurse's teaching about appropriate diet has been effective?
a. Pancakes with syrup and bacon
b. Whole wheat toast and fresh fruit
c. Egg-white omelet and a half grapefruit
d. Oatmeal with skim milk and fruit yogurt
Question 2
A 54-year-old woman who recently reached menopause and has a family history of osteoporosis is diagnosed with osteopenia following densitometry testing. In teaching the woman about her osteoporosis, the nurse explains that
a. estrogen replacement therapy must be started to prevent rapid progression to osteoporosis.
b. continuous, low-dose corticosteroid treatment is effective in stopping the course of osteoporosis.
c. with a family history of osteoporosis, there is no way to prevent or slow gradual bone resorption.
d. calcium loss from bones can be slowed by increasing calcium intake and weight-bearing exercise.
Patient teaching: female breast assessment
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
A patient undergoing hemodialysis.
Common patient positions.
The nurse begins the general survey