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WhattoUnderstand

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The nurse is discussing actions that can be taken to best prevent osteoporosis with a patient. Which information should the nurse include?
 
  a. Take an extra calcium supplement.
  b. Eat a balanced diet.
  c. Exercise throughout life.
  d. Increase daily intake of milk products.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching about changes in the immune system that result from the aging process. Which change should the nurse include?
 
  a. Thickened skin
  b. Reduced ciliary action
  c. Thinned periosteum
  d. Reduced saliva


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

C
A lifetime of even mild daily exercise will delay or prevent osteoporosis.

Answer to Question 2

B
Reduced ciliary action in the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts results in a decrease in the removal of harmful organisms.


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