Your 59-Year-Old Uncle Is Convinced That He Will Have Osteoporosis

question 23

Multiple Choice

Your 59-year-old uncle is convinced that he will have osteoporosis.He is in good health and is quite active.What would you tell him?

• A)It is not very likely.Only 20% of individuals with osteoporosis are male.
• B)He is probably correct, about 80% of males have osteoporosis.
• C)It is not likely if he drinks a lot of milk.
• D)He is probably correct; very active adults are more prone to osteoporosis.

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