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ericka1

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on: Jun 25, 2018
When assessing gait, what features does the nurse inspect? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Balance
  b. Ease of stride
  c. Goniometer readings
  d. Length of stride
  e. Steadiness

Question 2

An older client's serum calcium level is 8.7 mg/dL. What possible etiologies does the nurse consider for this result? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Good dietary intake of calcium and vitamin D
  b. Normal age-related decrease in serum calcium
  c. Possible occurrence of osteoporosis or osteomalacia
  d. Potential for metastatic cancer or Paget's disease
  e. Recent bone fracture in a healing stage


Kjones0604

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

ANS: A, B, D, E
To assess gait, look at balance, ease and length of stride, and steadiness. Goniometer readings assess flexion and extension or joint range of motion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C
This slightly low calcium level could be an age-related decrease in serum calcium or could indicate a metabolic bone disease such as osteoporosis or osteomalacia. A good dietary intake would be expected to produce normal values. Metastatic cancer, Paget's disease, or healing bone fractures will elevate calcium.


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ericka1

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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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