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Osteoporosis is characterized by change in bone density or mass and fragile bones that lead to fractures. A nurse is conducting a health screening clinic for osteoporosis. The nurse determines that this client seen in the clinic is at the greatest risk of developing the disorder

  • A sedentary 65 year old female who smokes cigarettes

  • A 25 year old female who jogs

  • A 36 year old male who has asthma

  • A 70 year old male who consumes excess alcohol