Which information in a 67-yr-old woman's health history will alert the nurse to the need for a more focused assessment of the musculoskeletal system?

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A family history of height loss with aging may indicate osteoporosis,and the nurse should perform a more thorough assessment of the patient's current height and other risk factors for osteoporosis. A sprained ankle during adolescence does not place the patient at increased current risk for musculoskeletal problems. A family history of tuberculosis is not a risk factor. Occasional nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID)use does not indicate any increased musculoskeletal risk.

Which Information in a 67-Yr-Old Woman's Health History Will Alert