Paget's Disease (Osteitis Deformans)

Question 1

What is Paget’s Disease

Answer 1

disrupts replacement of old bone tissue w/ new bone tissue, making the bone soft, abnormally shaped, and weak

Question 2

What does Paget’s Disease increase the risk of

Answer 2

risk of fractures

Question 3

S/S of Paget’s Disease

Answer 3

usually asymptomatic,

• bone pain/stiffness
• abnormal spinal curvature
• fractures

Question 4

Medications to treat Paget’s Disease

Answer 4

• analgesics
• bisphosphonates
• Calcitonin

Question 5

Patient teaching for Paget’s Disease

Answer 5

perform gentle exercise to increase mobility