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NRS 410V Topic 5 DQ 2 Explain the risk factors for osteoporosis. What can a nurse do to help manage this health condition to restore the patient to optimal health? Osteoporosis is a condition of de... creased bone mineral density making the bone porous and increasing the risk of fractures. The normal storage of minerals is part of the structural integrity of the bone. Over time, minerals are lost, causing the bone to become thinner, weaker, and prone to fractures. Osteoporosis is the most common disease affecting the bones. Risk factors for osteoporosis include: Family history Caucasian Increased age Female Small stature Fair, pale skin Thin build Early menopause Late menarche Nullparity Obesity Weight below normal Acidosis Low dietary calcium and vitamin D intake High caffeine intake Sedentary life style Smoker Excessive alcohol consumption Liver or kidney disease Rheumatoid arthritis [Show More]
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