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Bone Health and Osteoporosis Prevention

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What is the recommended calcium intake for adults with osteoporosis?

800–1000 units
1200–1500 units
1000–2000 units (correct)
500–700 units

What is the goal of vitamin D supplementation according to some guidelines?

Maintaining a 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration <20 ng/mL
Achieving a 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration >20 ng/mL
Achieving a 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration >30 ng/mL (correct)
Maintaining a 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration <10 ng/mL

What is the effect of calcium supplementation on bone density?

Significantly increases bone density
Has no effect on bone density
Decreases bone density
Maintains or increases bone density slightly (correct)

What is the recommended dietary allowance for calcium?

600 units (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of a bone-healthy lifestyle?

Promoting bone health through a well-balanced diet and exercise (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of menopausal hormonal therapy for women and testosterone therapy for men?

Some increased bone density effects (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk of osteoporotic fractures for women and men on hormonal therapy?

Very high risk (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended therapy for postmenopausal women aged 70 years?

Raloxifene (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of smoking on bone health?

Smoking cessation is recommended for bone health (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended exercise for bone health?

Both weight-bearing and resistance exercises (B) Signup and view all the answers