Osteoporosis, Menopause,

Question 1

T/F: Bisphosphonates can only be taken with water and nothing else can be taken by mouth 30 minutes after use

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What is considered osteopenia

Answer 2

-1 to -2.4

Question 3

What is considered osteopenia

Answer 3

-2.5 or lower

Question 4

What is the daily level of calcium every adult should consume

Answer 4

1000 to 1200 mg

Question 5

T/F: Calcium is saturable at 500 to 600 mg

Answer 5

True

Question 6

What is the only bisphosphonate that doesn’t prevent hip and vertebral fractures BUT only prevents vertebral fractures

Answer 6

Ibandronate (Boniva)

Question 7

What is the alternative to bisphosphonates, how is it given

Answer 7

Denosumab (Prolia), SQ

Question 8

T/F: Testosterone use can cause hepatoxicity and thrombosis

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the longest Forteo can be given

Answer 9

2 years

Question 10

T/F: Bisphosphonates should not be used in patients with CrCl less than 35

Answer 10

True

Question 11

Due to the risk of atypical femur fracture and osteonecrosis of the jaw when should bisphosphonates use be reassessed

Answer 11

3 to 5 years

Question 12

How is ibandronate tablet does

Answer 12

One tablet a month

Question 13

Zoldrenic acid (reclast) is taken how often

Answer 13

Once a year

Question 14

What are the most common side effects of bisphosphonates

Answer 14

GI upset and Heartburn