BSC 2346 A&P Case Study Module 2 Complete Solution 2024

QUESTION 1 Alyssa is a 74-year-old female patient who presents to her primary care provider for a routine physical. She states that she feels “quite healthy” and has no complaints other than mild back pain. She has a family history of various cancers, diabetes, and osteoporosis, so she knows that it is important to stay active and keep up with screenings and annual physical exams. Alyssa’s provider finds that she has lost 10 pounds since last year’s exam. She is almost a full inch shorter, as well. Alyssa’s provider suspects that she may have osteoporosis. Which other two factors would support that other diagnosis? Taking calcium supplements and intense daily exercise Family history of cancer and obesity Weight loss and history of surgery A history of smoking and being post-menopausal