Osteoporosis

Question 1

What is Osteoporosis

Answer 1

body loses to much bone, leading to fragile bone and increased risk for fractures

Question 2

S/S of Osteoporosis

Answer 2

• kyphosis “hunchback”
• back pain
• decreased height
• balance issues

Question 3

Risk factors for Osteoporosis

Answer 3

• calcium or vitamin D deficiency
• estrogen deficiency
• low body weight
• immobility
• corticosteroid use
• hyperparathyroidism

Question 4

Patient teaching for Osteoporosis

Answer 4

• perform weight bearing exercise
• increase calcium and vitamin D intake
• wear sunscreen if exposed to sun
• prevent falls

Question 5

Medications to treat Osteoporosis

Answer 5

• calcitonin (hormone)
• raloxifene (mimics effect of estrogen)
• alendronate (bone health)
• estrogen (hormone)