A client is diagnosed with a pathological fracture. For which of the following disease processes should the nurse assess the client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Cushing's syndrome
2. Osteomalacia
3. Paget's disease
4. Heart failure
5. Diabetes mellitus
6. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
1, 2, 3
Causes of pathological fractures include Cushing's syndrome, osteomalacia, and Paget's disease. Pathological fractures are not associated with heart failure, diabetes mellitus, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
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