The nurse is teaching a patient about ways to decrease her risk of bone fractures. The following statements by the patient indicate a good understanding. (Select all that apply.)

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Inadequate dietary intake of calcium and vitamin D or impaired calcium metabolism may result in osteoporosis, which increases bone fragility and may lead to fractures. Decreased physical exercise and lack of weight-bearing exercise also contribute to bone fragility, deterioration, and loss of strength. Any type of exercise will help; it does not need to be yoga, but it does need to include weight-bearing exercise.

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