Osteoporosis Flashcards by Carla de Kock

Q

What age should osteoporosis be screened for

A

Women over 65 and men over 70

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Q

Name 5 risk factors for osteoporosis

A

Underweight
alcoholism
Corticosteroid use
early menopause
history of previous fractures

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Q

Name 3 common pathological fractures associated with osteoporosis

A

Colles fracture of wrist
proximal humerus fracture
neck of femur #

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