A patient is talking with the nurse about hip fractures.The patient would like to know the best approach to strengthen the bones.The nurse's best response is which of the following?

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Calcium strengthens the bones.A calcium supplement will help strengthen bones as they may be affected by aging,illness,or trauma.Walking several miles will help strengthen the bones but a calcium supplement is a good addition.Wearing proper shoes and standing slowly to prevent dizziness is important but they will not prevent fractures.

A Patient Is Talking with the Nurse About Hip Fractures