The parent of a 3-year-old is concerned that the child's legs are not straight.The primary care NP notes marked bowing of the child's lower extremities.Radiologic studies show decreased ossification of the child's bones.The NP should:

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Children who do not get enough vitamin D can have abnormalities in bone ossification leading to rickets,which is characterized by bowing of the legs.The NP should prescribe vitamin D.Calcium supplements or increased milk intake would not be helpful.Without vitamin D,the body cannot use calcium for bone ossification.The amount of vitamin D in fortified milk is not sufficient to overcome vitamin D deficiency.

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