Osteoporosis Case Study Exam #1 Questions with
correct answers
1. During the intake assessment and interview what information indicates that Kat
has an increased risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply) - ✔✔body mass
index of 19
excessive alcohol use
2. How should the nurse respond? - ✔✔participating in sports and activities often
helps the bones become stronger and denser.
3. which aspect of her medication history is most likely to impact Kat's risk for
osteoporosis? - ✔✔discontinued use of estrogen therapy 4 years ago, 8 years
after a hysterectomy.
4. What action should the nurse implement? - ✔✔provide the client with the
available choices of appointment times and allow the client to select the desired
appointment.
5. What information should the nurse provide the client concerning the effects of
food allergies on osteoporosis screening? - ✔✔reassure the client that there are
no dyes or products containing iodine used during a DXA
6. How should the nurse respond? - ✔✔Many persons with osteoporosis do not
have any symptoms
correct answers
1. During the intake assessment and interview what information indicates that Kat
has an increased risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply) - ✔✔body mass
index of 19
excessive alcohol use
2. How should the nurse respond? - ✔✔participating in sports and activities often
helps the bones become stronger and denser.
3. which aspect of her medication history is most likely to impact Kat's risk for
osteoporosis? - ✔✔discontinued use of estrogen therapy 4 years ago, 8 years
after a hysterectomy.
4. What action should the nurse implement? - ✔✔provide the client with the
available choices of appointment times and allow the client to select the desired
appointment.
5. What information should the nurse provide the client concerning the effects of
food allergies on osteoporosis screening? - ✔✔reassure the client that there are
no dyes or products containing iodine used during a DXA
6. How should the nurse respond? - ✔✔Many persons with osteoporosis do not
have any symptoms
