Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Osteoporosis

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about osteoporosis (OA) ?

• A) OA is indicative of an underlying health problem.
• B) The most common site for OA fractures is in long bones.
• C) African-American women have the highest risk for OA.
• D) A high risk of death follows an OA-related fracture.

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