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Average Score: 64%
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The nurse in the outpatient clinic plans care for a 65-year-old woman with left-sided weakness due to a cerebral vascular accident (CVA). The client has a history of hypertension and osteoporosis. It is MOST important for the nurse to encourage the client to
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Weight-bearing activities stimulate bone formation, critical for osteoporosis, and improve mobility post-CVA. Options A, B, and C support bone health but are less impactful than exercise for addressing both conditions.