NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
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Which risk factor found in the client's medical record does the nurse identify as most significant for sustaining a hip fracture?
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Rationale: Postmenopausal status is the most significant risk factor for hip fractures due to estrogen loss, which accelerates bone density reduction, increasing fracture risk. Obesity, diabetes, and lactose intolerance are less directly related.
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