A health-conscious young adult female asks the nurse what diagnostic test might help predict the likelihood for developing osteoporosis. With which of the following diagnostic test should the nurse respond?

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Dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is a diagnostic test that measures bone mineral density and is the gold standard for diagnosing and monitoring osteoporosis. It is a non-invasive, painless test that typically measures bone density in the hip and spine.

A Health-Conscious Young Adult Female Asks the Nurse What Diagnostic