Chapter 53 Flashcards
1
Q
Osteoporosis
A
Bone loss
Decreased density
Fractures
2
Q
Signs of Osteoporosis
A
Kyphosis Reduces height Back pain Restricted movement Fractures Fear of falling
3
Q
Osteoporosis Interventions
A
Calcium Vitamin D Fosamax (esophagitis) Boniva (esophagitis) Preventive dentistry Estrogen agonist
4
Q
Osteomalacia
A
Loss of bone because of vitamin D deficiency
Bone softens
5
Q
Paget’s Disease
A
Metabolic disorder
Bone is broken down and reformed
6
Q
Osteomyelitis
A
Infection in bone tissue Inflammation Edema Blood clots and pus in tissue Low blood flow Bone death Repeat
7
Q
Osteomyelitis Interventions
A
Infection control
Hyperbaric chamber
Bone transfer
8
Q
Benign bone tumors
A
Asymtomatic Pain relief NSAIDs Removed surgically if large Joint replacement may be necessary
9
Q
Dupuytren’s contracture
A
Thickening of palmar fascia
Fourth and fifth fingers contract
10
Q
Ganglion
A
Round benign cysts on wrist and foot joint or tendon
Fluid may be aspirated
Painless
