An older female client diagnosed with osteoporosis takes calcium ...

[rlane42]

An older female client diagnosed with osteoporosis takes calcium and vitamin D and performs daily weight-bearing exercise. What should the nurse expect the physician to prescribe for this client?
 
  1. Foods high in vitamin D
  2. Bisphosphonates
  3. Increasing exercise to 2 hours per day
  4. Increased fluid intake

Question 2

The nurse is assisting the client who has been diagnosed with low back pain. The physician has ordered physical therapy for the client. The nurse should instruct the client to:
 
  1. plan extended rest periods during the day.
  2. use ice therapy after physical therapy.
  3. ask for narcotic pain relievers.
  4. lie prone when sleeping.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. Increased vitamin D intake has already been ineffective for this client.
2. Bisphosphonates reverse bone loss by increasing bone density.
3. Exercise is important, but 2 hours a day would be considered excessive.
4. Increased fluid intake is a good idea, but does not affect osteoporosis.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. Extended rest is discouraged; rather, the client is encouraged to increase physical activity.
2. Physical therapy can cause inflammation, and ice is recommended after the treatment. The client may follow ice therapy with heat therapy.
3. Low back pain is treated with NSAIDs and muscle relaxants.
4. Lying prone while sleeping increases pain.