If your elderly patient's blood calcium level is normal, does that mean the patient does not have osteoporosis? Explain
What will be an ideal response
No. The level of calcium in the blood is expected to be normal, even in advanced cases of osteoporosis. The calcium in the bones will be low, but that occurs in order to maintain a normal blood calcium level.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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