Osteoporosis

Question 1

How many fragility fractures does it take for osteoporosis to be considered severe ?

Answer 1

ONE

Question 2

True or false: short term steroid is use associated with osteoporosis

Answer 2

FALSE

Long term use is associated with osteoporosis due to decreased bone mineral density

Question 3

Which dose regimen of alendronic acid is licensed for men ?

Answer 3

10 mg once daily

70 mg once weekly does is not licensed for use in men

Question 4

Maximum duration of treatment with teriparatide for osteoporosis in post menopausal women?

Answer 4

24 months

Question 5

What are the dosage options for risedronate ? (2 points)

Answer 5

5 mg once daily

OR

35 mg once weekly

Question 6

After what period of time should bisphosphonate therapy generally be reviewed ?

Answer 6

5 years

3 years if zoledronic acid is used

Question 7

Which bisphosphonate carries the greatest risk of developing osteonecrosis of the jaw?

Answer 7

Zoledronic acid