It is not often that Jade prescribes a screening for osteoporosis for one of her patients, but there are situations in which the case warrants it. Which patient would Jade MOST likely ask to schedule an osteoporosis screening?

Question

1. a 4 year old girl about to enter school
2. a 26yr old former football player
3. a 35yr old woman who has never had children
4. a 69yr old retiree

Answer 1

The patient that Jade would most likely ask to schedule an osteoporosis screening would be the 69-year-old retiree. Osteoporosis is more common in older individuals, particularly postmenopausal women and older men.