Which of the Following Is a Major Risk Factor for Osteoporosis

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major risk factor for osteoporosis?

• A) Age under 65 years
• B) Fragility fracture experienced in adulthood
• C) Hypergonadism
• D) Hyperparathyroidism

Understand critical thinking and its importance in evaluating research claims.

Identify and comprehend the limitations and applications of various research designs, including experimental, natural, and observational studies.

Recognize the concept and effects of placebo in research studies.

Grasp the ethical considerations involved in psychological research, including informed consent, the use of deception, and the treatment of participants.

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Definitions:

Risk For Injury

The potential vulnerability of an individual to accidental injuries based on specific health or environmental conditions.

External Fixation

A surgical treatment method where rods are screwed into bone and exit the body to be attached to an external frame to stabilize broken bones.

Skin Impairment

Damage or disorder affecting the integrity, function, or appearance of skin.

Cast

A protective shell, typically made from plaster or fiberglass, that immobilizes a broken bone to ensure proper healing.