The healthcare provider suspects a client may have Paget's disease based on clinical presentation. Which laboratory test should be ordered to aid in the diagnosis?

The etiology of Paget's disease involves a combination of genetic factors and environmental triggers. There is evidence of a genetic predisposition, but environmental factors also play a role in the development of the condition. Viral and bacterial infections, as well as dietary deficiencies, are not considered primary causes of Paget's disease.

a. Viral infection: Paget's disease is not caused by a viral infection.

b. Bacterial infection: Paget's disease is not caused by a bacterial infection.

d. Dietary deficiencies: While nutrition is important for bone health, dietary deficiencies are not the primary cause of Paget's disease. Genetic and environmental factors are more influential in its development.

Assisting with range-of-motion exercises is important when caring for a patient with Paget's disease. Range-of-motion exercises can help maintain joint mobility and prevent joint contractures, which may occur due to bone changes in the disease.

a. Encouraging bed rest to prevent fractures: Bed rest is not recommended for individuals with Paget's disease, as it can lead to muscle weakness and joint stiffness.

c. Administering corticosteroids to reduce inflammation: Corticosteroids are not typically used to treat Paget's disease, as they do not address the underlying bone changes.

d. Providing a high-calcium diet: While adequate calcium intake is important for bone health, a high-calcium diet is not a specific nursing intervention for Paget's disease. Bisphosphonates are typically prescribed to address bone changes.