You Have a Patient with a T-Score of -27; Therefore

question 18

Multiple Choice

You have a patient with a T-score of -27; therefore, you can diagnose him/her with:

• A)anemia.
• B)hypocalcemia.
• C)osteoporosis.
• D)hypercalcemia.

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Definitions:

Thick Fur

A dense layer of hair on animals that serves as insulation against cold temperatures and water.

Permafrost

A thick subsurface layer of soil that remains frozen throughout the year, occurring chiefly in polar regions.

Arctic Tundra

A cold, treeless region where the subsoil is permanently frozen, found in the Arctic circle.

Coniferous Forest

A biogeographic zone dominated by cone-bearing trees, such as pines, spruces, and firs, typically found in northern latitudes where temperatures can be cold.