The nurse understands that which information is correct about osteoarthritis?
O An autoimmune disorder that typically affects the small joints in the hands and feet.
O Involves reduced bone mineral density that weakens the bone and increases the risk for fractures.
O A primary benign bone tumor characterized by overgrowth of both cartilage and bone near the end of the bone plate.
O A noninflammatory condition involving formation of new joint tissue in response to cartilage destruction.