The nurse reviews the contents of a patient's health history and thinks that a referral for a bone density might be indicated.What information in the patient's medical record did the nurse use to make this decision? (Select all that apply.)

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Menopausal women older than age 50 who are not on hormone replacement therapy should be assessed for bone loss.The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends bone density testing for all women over age 65 and for postmenopausal women under age 65 if they are at high risk.B.C.E.Type 2 diabetes mellitus,use of vitamin supplements,and being treated for high blood pressure do not support the need for bone density testing.

The Nurse Reviews the Contents of a Patient's Health History