A 50-Year-Old Is Being Evaluated in the Office Due to Renal

question 346

Multiple Choice

A 50-year-old is being evaluated in the office due to renal stones. He states that his bowel habits change and feels constipated over the last month. He has no prior medical conditions and takes no medication. He has no family history of inherited disease. His physical examination is normal.  Laboratory results are as follows: Which of the following changes in bone structure is most likely associated with this patient's condition?

• A)Lamellar bone structure resembling a mosaic pattern
• B)Osteoid matrix accumulation around trabeculae
• C)Spongiosa filling medullary canals with no mature trabeculae
• D)Subperiosteal resorption with cortical thinning
• E)Trabecular thinning with fewer interconnections

---

Definitions:

Stanford Achievement Test

A series of standardized tests used to assess academic knowledge in various subjects for K-12 students.

Language Ability

The ability to comprehend, generate, and utilize words and sentences for effective communication.

Army Alpha

A historic group intelligence test developed for the U.S. military during World War I to assess the mental ability of recruits.

Mental Test

An assessment tool designed to measure intellectual capabilities, cognitive functions, and mental skills.