A Postmenopausal Client Asks Why She Has Been Scheduled for a Bone

question 27

Multiple Choice

A postmenopausal client asks why she has been scheduled for a bone density test even though she has no history of fractures.What is the nurse's best response?

• A)This is a very quick test,and it won't cause you any pain."
• B)It is important to find out if you are losing bone density because you do not produce as much estrogen as you did previously.This test will see if you are developing osteoporosis."
• C)Because you are not ovulating,your bones will start breaking."
• D)Everyone should have a bone density test."

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