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genevieve1028

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A middle-aged female client tells the nurse that her mother and aunts all have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. The nurse realizes that this client might benefit from having which of the following diagnostic tests?
 
  1. Dual energy s-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan
  2. MRI
  3. CT scan
  4. Myelogram

Question 2

An elderly client is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this client?
 
  1. Jaundice
  2. Vomiting
  3. Poor eating habits
  4. Change in mental status


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
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DEXA scans measure bone density and are used in the early diagnosis of osteoporosis. MRIs, CT scans, and myelograms are not used to help diagnose osteoporosis.

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The elderly tend to have symptoms of fever or hypothermia, poor appetite, lethargy, and a change in mental status. Newborns demonstrate jaundice. Infants can experience vomiting. Children tend to have poor eating habits.


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