A 65-year-old female admitted with a fractured hip tells the nurse that she was unaware that she has osteoporosis. What is the nurse's best response?

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Option A is the best response because it provides accurate information and reassures the patient that her lack of knowledge about having osteoporosis is common. It also opens up an opportunity for the nurse to provide education about the disorder and its prevention. Option B is incorrect because osteoporosis is common in older adults, especially women. Option C is incorrect because there are ways to prevent or slow down the progression of osteoporosis. Option D is incorrect because not everyone has osteoporosis.

A 65-Year-Old Female Admitted with a Fractured Hip Tells the Nurse