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sheilaspns · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The population health nurse is preparing a presentation for perimenopausal and postmenopausal female clients. Which statement by the nurse correctly describes health promotion needs of this population?

1. Calcium supplementation does not affect risk of fractures.
2. Dietary vitamin D supplementation is discouraged among this population.
3. Women should be encouraged to limit alcohol intake because it increases calcium excretion.
4. Smoking decreases calcium excretion.

Question 2

The population health nurse receives a report identifying the number and types of injuries reported by women who work in a clothing manufacturing company. What should the nurse encourage the female employees to do to reduce the frequency of injuries

The population health nurse receives a report identifying the number and types of injuries reported by women who work in a clothing manufacturing company. What should the nurse encourage the female employees to do to reduce the frequency of injuries at work? (Select all that apply.)
1. Set realistic goals.
2. Report safety hazards.
3. Limit the intake of alcohol.
4. Monitor response to exercise.
5. Use personal protective equipment.

meryzewe · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3
Explanation: 3. Women should be encouraged to limit alcohol intake because it contributes to the development of osteoporosis. Calcium helps prevent fractures. Long term calcium supplementation has been shown to reduce risks of fractures. Vitamin D supplementation helps prevent osteoporosis. Smoking increases calcium excretion.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2, 5
Explanation: 2. In the work setting, population health nurses can encourage women to report safety hazards and foster personal preventive measures such as the use of safety gear and protective devices. Setting realistic goals and monitoring response to exercise would apply to physical activity. Limiting alcohol intake would address a physiological determinant of health.
5. In the work setting, population health nurses can encourage women to report safety hazards and foster personal preventive measures such as the use of safety gear and protective devices. Setting realistic goals and monitoring response to exercise would apply to physical activity. Limiting alcohol intake would address a physiological determinant of health.