Which finding in a menopausal woman would be most characteristic of osteoporosis?
a. Joint pain c. Change in posture
b. Decrease in height d. Recent fracture due to trauma
B
As bone density decreases the spine becomes shorter, leading to a decrease in height. Joint pain usually indicates an inflammatory or deterioration problem with the joint involved. Change in posture is not a leading manifestation of osteoporosis. Pathological fractures occur with osteoporosis. Fractures secondary to trauma are expected even in otherwise healthy individuals.
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