Osteoporosis Teaching 1117
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Osteoporosis, such as: alcohol and nicotine abuse (decreases calcium absorption and retention), among others.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
Related teachings
Osteoporosis Teaching 1129Instructed on some potential complications of Osteoporosis, such as: Ileus (intestinal obstruction) and fractures, among others.Osteoporosis Teaching 1125Instructed on the importance of avoiding caffeine and alcohol intake as a measure aimed to managing/controlling Osteoporosis.Osteoporosis Teaching 1121Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Osteoporosis, such as: backache and frequent fractures, among others.Osteoporosis Teaching 1113Taught that Osteoporosis is a metabolic bone disorder in which there is an imbalance between bone formation and bone re-absorption.