Case 1 of 2Musculoskeletal and RheumatologicFracture
A 63-year-old woman with osteoporosis presents with new severe midline low back pain after lifting her grandchild. She has difficulty standing upright. There is no fever or neurologic deficit.
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What is the most appropriate next step in her management?
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AObtain lumbar spine X-ray (AP/lateral views)
BReassure and start physiotherapy
CStart oral prednisone for pain relief
DStart NSAID and schedule MRI in 6 weeks
EPrescribe bed rest for 5 days
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