A Patient with a Spine T-Score of Less Than or Equal

question 136

Multiple Choice

A patient with a spine T-score of less than or equal to -2.5 (but no fractures) is classified according to the World Health Organization as:

• A)normal.
• B)osteopenic.
• C)osteoporotic.
• D)severely osteoporotic.

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Definitions:

Pharynx

A muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages with the esophagus and larynx, serving both respiratory and digestive systems.

Digestive System

A complex series of organs and glands responsible for the digestion, absorption of nutrients, and expulsion of waste.

Nasal Cavity

The large air filled space behind the nose, involved in respiration and sense of smell.