Osteoporosis Treatments Quiz

Question 1

Match to the best fit:

Antacids
Calcium
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Raloxefine

A) T score usually < -2.5
B) T score usually between -1 to -2.5
C) Estrogen receptor agonist/antagonist
D) Decrease the absorption bisphosphanates
E) Adequate intake is an essential component of all prevention and treatment strategies

Answer 1

Antacids - D
Calcium - E
Osteopenia - B
Osteoporosis - A
Raloxefine - C

Question 2

T or F: SERMS may be a good alternative to bisphosphanates in post menopausal osteoporosis.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Systemic glucocorticoid therapy is an important risk factor for osteoporosis and fractures. Identify the mechanism of this adverse effect.

A) Corticosteroids decrease insulin resistance thus increasing the risk of hypoglycemia
B) Corticosteroids act to inhibit osteoblasts
C) By reducing inflammation corticosteroids weaken bone density
D) Corticosteroids do not increase the risk of osteoporosis

Answer 3

B