Question

. The nurse knows that elderly women have a high incidence of hip fracture for ason? 1. Decreased progesterone secretion After meno pAUse isthe reAson 2. Decreased mobility due to arthritic conditions or osteoporosis in tld 3. Increased calcium absorption 4 Osteoporosis in the skeletal structure decreased et rogen production Women The nurse is caring for a person prior to surgery to repair a broken right hip. Which

Answer 1

Ans) 4. Osteoporosis in the skeletal structure

Explaination:

- The risk of hip fracture rises with age.

- Older people are at a higher risk of hip fracture because bones tend to weaken with age (osteoporosis). Multiple medications, poor vision and balance problems also make older people more likely to trip and fall — one of the most common causes of hip fracture.

- The number one cause of hip fractures is related to osteoporosis which causes weak bones.

Ans) 2. Use pillows to maintain the right hip in the state of abduction

Explaination:

Positioning Before Surgery :
- A pillow will be applied to support your affected leg for the time prior to your surgery. The purpose of the pillow is to keep your leg in proper alignment, and provide some comfort.