Osteoporosis Pharmacological Care Management
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What is the purpose of advising Katiana to take the medication on an empty stomach and to remain upright for 30 minutes after taking it?

  • To prevent gastrointestinal bleeding
  • To enhance the medication's efficacy
  • To reduce the risk of esophageal reflux (correct)
  • To minimize the risk of allergic reactions

    • Why should Katiana be referred for an x-ray?

  • To determine the effectiveness of COPD treatment
  • To rule out a fracture (correct)
  • To assess lung function
  • To confirm the diagnosis of osteoarthritis

    • What is the recommendation regarding the future use of oral steroids for Katiana?

  • It should be increased
  • It should be limited (correct)
  • It should be continued as prescribed
  • It should be stopped immediately

    • Why is Katiana referred for a multifactorial falls risk assessment?

    <p>Due to her risk of falls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected impact of novel developments in prognostic and therapeutic strategies for osteoporosis?

    <p>More precise prediction of fracture risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will be more common as a result of the expansion of fracture liaison services (FLS)?

    <p>Referral of high-risk patients to bone specialists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lifestyle change is recommended for Katiana?

    <p>A short walk daily accompanied by her caregiver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to review Katiana's COPD regimen and inhaler technique?

    <p>To try to improve her breathlessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the projected increase in the number of people living with osteoporosis?

    <p>It will require greater healthcare resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of times Teriparatide can be used in a patient's lifetime?

    <p>Once</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of suddenly stopping denosumab treatment?

    <p>Increased risk of vertebral fractures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor limits the use of bisphosphonates in treating osteoporosis?

    <p>Chronic kidney disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition should Teriparatide not be prescribed?

    <p>Paget disease of bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be problematic with oral bisphosphonate therapy?

    <p>Gastric reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might patients with cognitive difficulties prefer 6-monthly denosumab over other treatments?

    <p>Less frequent administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is demanded if a patient on osteoporosis treatment experiences a fragility fracture?

    <p>A review of compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does chronic kidney disease impact the use of bisphosphonates?

    <p>Limits the use of bisphosphonates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advantage does denosumab have over bisphosphonates for patients with chronic kidney disease?

    <p>Can be favored in CKD cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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