You are called for an elderly man with an apparent broken hip. The patient tells you that he has osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes. He denies falling and cannot remember any trauma. You should suspect:

A) decreased range of motion.
B) osteoarthritis.
C) a pathological fracture.
D) an associated spinal injury.


Answer: C

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