Osteoporosis Flashcards
1
Q
what is type 1
A
Postmenopausal osteoporosis
2
Q
most common type of osteoporosis
A
primary osteoporosis
3
Q
what is type 2
A
Senile osteoporosis
4
Q
What is a Dowager hump and which type of osteoporsis is it most commonly seen in
A
type 2, and this is a forward head and kyphotic posture
5
Q
Causes of secondary osteoporosis
A
- Renal Disease
- Cushings
- Malabsorption
6
Q
at what age does peak bone mass occur
A
30-40 years of age
7
Q
are there sx of osteoporosis
A
no; not until a fx occurs
8
Q
what is a DEXA scanning
A
measures densities of the femur and lumbar spine. emits low energy x rays
