Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
The 84-year-old client is a resident in a long-term care facility. Which intervention should be implemented to help prevent complications secondary to osteoporosis?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Nighttime lights reduce fall risk, a major osteoporosis complication causing fractures. High beds increase fall risk, ROM does not prevent falls, and turning addresses skin integrity, not fractures.