An elderly client tells the nurse that he has been having increasing difficulty walking and he has reduced range of motion in both hips. The nurse suspects that which of the following is occurring with this client?

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Loss of elasticity of the ligaments and tendons is a common consequence of aging and can lead to reduced range of motion and difficulty walking. Reduced blood supply, interruption in nerve supply, and hairline fractures are possible causes but are less likely without further assessment and diagnostic testing.

An Elderly Client Tells the Nurse That He Has Been