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lracut11

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Bone fractures are a serious risk to the elderly. Which of the following is a contributing factor?
 
  A) Diminished calcium absorption
  B) Shortening of the long bones
  C) Formation of points and spurs
  D) Deterioration of cartilage surfaces

Question 2

The nurse in the emergency department assesses a 76-year-old female. The woman's bladder is visibly distended and the woman has not voided since the previous evening.
 
  Which of the following assessment questions made by the nurse is most relevant to the source of the woman's condition? A) When was your last bowel movement?
  B) Have you been receiving hormone replacement therapy?
  C) What did you have to eat yesterday?
  D) Do you have a history of kidney disease?


tjayeee

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
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A decrease in calcium absorption in the elderly contributes to the brittleness of the bones, thus increasing the risk of fractures.

Answer to Question 2

A
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Given that fecal impaction is the most common cause of urinary retention in women, questions relating to the patient's recent bowel pattern are most relevant.


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