Which is a true statement about osteoporosis?
a. Osteoporosis is indicative of an underlying health problem.
b. The most common site for osteoporosis fractures is in long bones.
c. Women who are African American have the highest risk for osteoporosis.
d. A high risk of death follows an osteoporosis-related fracture.
D
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A Incorrect. Osteoporosis can be a naturally occurring consequence of aging.
B Incorrect. The vertebrae, the pelvis, and the wrist are the most frequent sites for osteoporosis fractures.
C Incorrect. The risk of osteoporosis is much lower for African American women than for those of other races. Thin women of northern European descent are at the highest risk.
D Correct. One-third of persons who have an osteoporosis-related fracture die within 1 year.
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