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What is the main benefit of smoking cessation in relation to bone health?
What is the main benefit of smoking cessation in relation to bone health?
- Enhancing muscle strength and coordination
- Increasing vitamin D levels
- Minimizing bone loss and reducing fracture risk (correct)
- Reducing calcium excretion
Why should calcium carbonate be ingested with meals?
Why should calcium carbonate be ingested with meals?
- To improve coordination and balance
- To increase acid secretion and enhance absorption (correct)
- To reduce the risk of constipation
- To minimize the risk of fractures
What is the maximum single dose of elemental calcium recommended?
What is the maximum single dose of elemental calcium recommended?
- 400 mg
- 800 mg
- 600 mg (correct)
- 1000 mg
What is the most common adverse reaction to calcium carbonate?
What is the most common adverse reaction to calcium carbonate?
Why is calcium citrate absorption not dependent on acid secretion?
Why is calcium citrate absorption not dependent on acid secretion?
What is the benefit of combining calcium with vitamin D and osteoporosis medications?
What is the benefit of combining calcium with vitamin D and osteoporosis medications?
What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin D?
What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin D?
What is the primary mechanism by which bisphosphonates reduce fractures?
What is the primary mechanism by which bisphosphonates reduce fractures?
Which of the following is a unique characteristic of oral bisphosphonates?
Which of the following is a unique characteristic of oral bisphosphonates?
What is the recommended time to wait after taking alendronate or risedronate before consuming food or drinks?
What is the recommended time to wait after taking alendronate or risedronate before consuming food or drinks?
What is the most common adverse effect of IV bisphosphonates?
What is the most common adverse effect of IV bisphosphonates?
What is the primary indication for raloxifene?
What is the primary indication for raloxifene?
