Orthopaedics Flashcards
1
Q
What is Osteoporosis
A
- reduction of bone density and change of bone structure
2
Q
Osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment
A
- Dexa scan (bone density scan)
treatment =
-oral and IV medication - lifestyle change
3
Q
Orthopaedics diagnosis
A
- X-ray
- CT/MRI
- dexa scan (bone density scan)
- bone scan
4
Q
Issues that come from increased age
A
-weakening of the bones
-lack of mobility
-medications
-poor nutrition
