A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client.

Exhibits

The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following findings places the client at risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply.)

Lactose intolerant

Smoking history

Vitamin D level

Phosphorous level

Alcohol use

Activity level

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,F

A.   Not directly related to osteoporosis risk. Lactose intolerance does not inherently increase the risk of osteoporosis.
B.   No history of smoking was reported by the client.
C.   The total 25-hydroxy D level is below the normal range, indicating insufficient vitamin D, which can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
D.   Normal phosphorus levels are found in the client's diagnostic results.
E.   The client reported not drinking alcohol, which is not a risk factor for osteoporosis.
F.   The client's sedentary lifestyle and inability to adhere to the exercise program contribute to a higher risk of osteoporosis due to reduced bone strength from lack of physical activity.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Drinking a cup of hot cocoa before bedtime might not be advisable due to the caffeine content, which can interfere with sleep.
B. Exercising vigorously close to bedtime can increase alertness and make it harder to fall asleep.
C. Eating a light carbohydrate snack before bedtime, such as a small amount of cereal or a slice of bread, can promote sleep as carbohydrates increase the availability of tryptophan, which is a precursor to serotonin and melatonin, both associated with sleep.
D. Taking a nap during the day might interfere with nighttime sleep if done too close to bedtime.

A. Prepare the client for surgery. B. Contact the facility's ethics committee for guidance. C. Keep the client stable until a family member arrives to give consent. D. Obtain consent from the surgeon. E. None F. None

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. In emergency situations where the client is unconscious and requires immediate life-saving surgery, implied consent is assumed. The nurse should prepare the client for surgery without waiting for family members or a formal consent process. Delaying treatment could jeopardize the client's life.

B. Contacting the ethics committee could delay the urgent care needed in an emergency situation. Immediate action should be taken in the best interest of the client.

C. Waiting for a family member to arrive could delay critical care, which may lead to worsening of the client's condition or even death.

D. The surgeon does not need to provide consent. It is the healthcare team's responsibility to act in the client's best interest when the client is unable to provide consent in an emergency.

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A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client.

Exhibits

The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following findings places the client at risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply.)