An older patient with newly diagnosed osteoporosis asks the nurse to explain her health problem.Which of the following is the correct description of osteoporosis?

A) Loss of bone density that increases the risk of fracture
B) Degenerative joint disease that produces pain and decreased function
C) Chronic inflammatory joint disease that must be treated with steroids
D) Acute infection in the bone that must be treated with antibiotics

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Johnpaul Ebuka Nwogu · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :   Osteoporosis is a decrease in total bone density.The internal structure of the bone diminishes,and the bone collapses in on itself.Women experience a rapid decline in bone mass after menopause.Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease.Osteomyelitis is a serious infection in the bone.

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