Question

The nurse is providing care for an older adult female patient who states, "I have been experiencing low back pain, which has been causing me to lose sleep." Which question will best help the nurse determine if the patient's pain is associated with osteoporosis? A. "Are you experiencing decreased range of motion?" B. "Do you have pain in your joints?" C. "Do you have a history of fractures?" D. "What position do you sleep in?"

Answer 1

To determine if the patient's low back pain is associated with osteoporosis, the nurse should ask C) "Do you have a history of fractures?"

Step-by-step explanation:

The question is asking which question will help the nurse determine if the patient's low back pain is associated with osteoporosis. To make this determination, the nurse should ask the patient if they have a history of fractures (option C). Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weak and brittle bones, which can lead to fractures, so a history of fractures can be indicative of osteoporosis. The other options (A, B, and D) are not directly related to osteoporosis.

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