When caring for older adults, the nurse realizes that an age-related change in the musculoskeletal system is which of the following?

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Age-related changes in the musculoskeletal system frequently include decreased bone mass and calcium absorption, which increases the risk of fracture. Difficulty with dexterity after age 50 (A) is not a change in the musculoskeletal system specifically, and vertebrae lengthening and thinning leading to increased bone production (B) is not accurate; in fact, the opposite is true as vertebrae shrink and bones become weaker with age. Pain when ambulating due to increased bone mass and minerals (D) is not a common age-related change.

When Caring for Older Adults, the Nurse Realizes That an Age-Related