CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
OSTEOPOROSIS
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Question
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A nurse is conducting health screening for osteoporosis, which of the following clients is at greatest risk of developing this disorder
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A 25-year old woman who jogs
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A 36-year old man who as asthma
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A 70-year old man who consumes excess alcohol
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A sedentary 65-year old woman who smokes cigarettes
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Osteoporosis is more likely to occur in people who have: Low calcium intake. A lifelong lack of calcium plays a role in the development of osteoporosis. Low calcium intake contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.
Detailed explanation-2: -What are some risk factors for osteoporosis? Lifestyle risk factors for osteoporosis include lack of exposure to sunshine, a diet low in calcium and vitamin D, cigarette smoking, consumption of alcohol and/or caffeine, and lack of weight-bearing exercise.
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