Teach back strengthening exercises.
• Refer to an osteoporosis support group, if available.
• Provide realistic, yet optimistic, feedback about loss of height
and bone integrity and the potential outcomes of treatment.
• Assess current knowledge base, and correct misconceptions
regarding treatment of osteoporosis.
• Provide current educational literature regarding treatment of
osteoporosis.
• Instruct in dietary and calcium supplements that help prevent
effects of osteoporosis.
• Discuss physical exercises that help prevent complications due
to osteoporosis.
• Review safety and fall precautions, and provide literature regarding
how to create a safe home environment.