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Marty

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on: Aug 21, 2018
A type of skin change that develops due to uremia from chronic kidney disease is ____.
 A) maceration
  B) pruritus
  C) hives
  D) diaphoresis

Question 2

After a bone scan, Alexandra learns that her bone density is lower than it should be. List at least five ways by which she can reduce her risk of osteoporosis.


frejo

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Alexandra could increase her physical activity, increase her intake of low-fat, fortified milk, quit smoking, reduce caffeine consumption, and decrease the amount of protein that she eats.


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