An Older Client Asks Why Their Height Has Decreased by 1/4

question 13

Multiple Choice

An older client asks why their height has decreased by 1/4 of inch over past two years. Which response should the nurse provide?

• A) "Your bones are weaker and are shrinking."
• B) "Maybe you are mistaken about your actual height."
• C) "Your height decreases with age due to musculoskeletal changes."
• D) "Stand up straighter this time and we will measure again."

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