Degenerative Bone Diseases Overview

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What structural changes occur in osteoporosis?

  • Breaks in trabecular matrix (correct)
  • Increased bone density
  • Formation of bone spurs
  • Thinning of cortical bone

Which joint is often spared in osteoarthritis?

  • Knee
  • Hip
  • Wrist (correct)
  • Ankle

What is a common risk factor for osteoporosis?

  • Low calcium intake (correct)
  • Regular weight-bearing exercise
  • High BMI
  • Excess caffeine consumption

What can be a consequence of an osteoporotic hip fracture?

<p>Higher mortality risk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic method measures bone mineral density?

<p>Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common degenerative disease of bone?

<p>Osteoporosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of degenerative disc disease (DDD)?

<p>Compression of discs between vertebrae (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is essential for calcium absorption?

<p>Vitamin D (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone is found in high amounts in the upper femur, vertebrae, and wrist?

<p>Trabecular bone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which joint type allows for the most movement?

<p>Diarthrosis joint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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