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imanialler

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An assessment finding for a 55-year-old patient that alerts the nurse to the presence of osteoporosis is
 
  a. a measurable loss of height.
  b. the presence of bowed legs.
  c. the aversion to dairy products.
  d. a statement about frequent falls.

Question 2

An appropriate nursing intervention for a patient who has acute low back pain and muscle spasms is to teach the patient to
 
  a. keep both feet flat on the floor when prolonged standing is required.
  b. twist gently from side to side to maintain range of motion in the spine.
  c. keep the head elevated slightly and flex the knees when resting in bed.
  d. avoid the use of cold packs because they will exacerbate the muscle spasms.


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mcomstock09

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Osteoporosis occurring in the vertebrae produces a gradual loss of height. Bowed legs are associated with osteomalacia. Low intake of dairy products is a risk factor for osteoporosis, but it does not indicate that osteoporosis is present. Frequent falls increase the risk for fractures but are not an indicator of osteoporosis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Resting with the head elevated and knees flexed will reduce the strain on the back and decrease muscle spasms. Twisting from side to side will increase tension on the lumbar area. A pillow placed under the upper back will cause strain on the lumbar spine. Alternate application of cold and heat should be used to decrease pain.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jun 25, 2018
No problemo


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