Osteoporosis

Question 1

Prevention of fractures in osteoporosis mng

Answer 1

Increase weight bearing exercise, balance training
Adequate calcium intake
Vit D supplements
Ceassation of smoking
Decrease ETOH consumption
Wt loss

Question 2

Prevention of falls in osteoporosis mng

Answer 2

Improve vision
Adjust drugs
OT input
Walking aids
Minimize periods of immobilization

Question 3

Recommended calcium intake in those taking meds for osteoporosis

Answer 3

1300mg

Question 4

Recommended calcicum intake in women >50yo and men >70yo

Answer 4

1300mg

Question 5

Recommended calcium intake in women <50yo and men <70yo

Answer 5

1000mg

Question 6

Calcium intake options for osteoporosis

Answer 6

DIet: low fat and skim milk, 3 servings of dairy products daily
Only consider supp if diet insuff

Question 7

Calcium supplement options

Answer 7

1. calcium carbonate with food - cheap and good absorption
2. calcium citrate - better for people taking PPIs as it doesn’t need gastric acid for absorption