The nurse is reviewing the x-ray report for a patient experiencing spinal and major joint discomfort. Which findings suggest to the nurse that the patient will be treated for Paget disease?
Select all that apply.
1. linear fractures
2. radiolucent bands
3. increased bone thickness
4. mosaic pattern of bone matrix
5. punched out appearance of bone
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4, 5
Radiologic changes with Paget disease include punched-out appearance of bone, increase in bone thickness, linear fractures, and mosaic pattern of bone matrix. Radiolucent bands known as Looser's zones are radiologic changes associated with osteomalacia.
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