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Which population is the most robust clinical data available for management of osteoporosis?
Which population is the most robust clinical data available for management of osteoporosis?
- Postmenopausal women (correct)
- Younger women
- Men
- Special populations
What is the recommended evaluation for all patients presenting with osteoporosis?
What is the recommended evaluation for all patients presenting with osteoporosis?
- Bone mineral density (BMD) only
- Fracture history only
- FRAX tool only
- Fracture history, BMD, and FRAX tool (correct)
How long may osteoporosis therapy last?
How long may osteoporosis therapy last?
- 5-10 years
- More than 10 years
- Not well defined (correct)
- Less than 5 years
According to the text, which type of osteoporotic fracture is most likely to be asymptomatic and undetected?
According to the text, which type of osteoporotic fracture is most likely to be asymptomatic and undetected?
Based on the text, which of the following is NOT a bone healthy lifestyle intervention?
Based on the text, which of the following is NOT a bone healthy lifestyle intervention?
According to the text, what is the range of T-score for osteopenia/low BMD?
According to the text, what is the range of T-score for osteopenia/low BMD?
Which demographic group is the 10-year fracture risk validated for?
Which demographic group is the 10-year fracture risk validated for?
Which calcium salt is the most commonly used?
Which calcium salt is the most commonly used?
What is the recommended serum level of Vitamin D for treatment?
What is the recommended serum level of Vitamin D for treatment?
Which bisphosphonate is typically a first line treatment option?
Which bisphosphonate is typically a first line treatment option?
Which drug stimulates bone resorption and is approved for use for only 2 years?
Which drug stimulates bone resorption and is approved for use for only 2 years?
Which hormone inhibits the production of active vitamin D and phosphate reabsorption?
Which hormone inhibits the production of active vitamin D and phosphate reabsorption?
Which enzyme adds a hydroxyl group to the 25th carbon of vitamin D in the liver?
Which enzyme adds a hydroxyl group to the 25th carbon of vitamin D in the liver?
Which hormone stimulates the production of FGF23?
Which hormone stimulates the production of FGF23?
Which of the following is a characteristic of osteoporosis?
Which of the following is a characteristic of osteoporosis?
What is the recommended approach when anabolic therapy is indicated?
What is the recommended approach when anabolic therapy is indicated?
Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis?
Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis?
What is the primary role of osteoclasts in bone metabolism?
What is the primary role of osteoclasts in bone metabolism?
Which of the following medications is NOT approved for prevention pharmacotherapy for osteoporosis?
Which of the following medications is NOT approved for prevention pharmacotherapy for osteoporosis?
What is the recommended first-line selection for pharmacotherapy to treat osteoporosis?
What is the recommended first-line selection for pharmacotherapy to treat osteoporosis?
Who is eligible for pharmacotherapy to prevent osteoporosis?
Who is eligible for pharmacotherapy to prevent osteoporosis?
What is the expected duration and outcome of osteoporosis treatment?
What is the expected duration and outcome of osteoporosis treatment?
Which generation of bisphosphonates is the most potent?
Which generation of bisphosphonates is the most potent?
Which bisphosphonate is administered orally once daily or weekly?
Which bisphosphonate is administered orally once daily or weekly?
What is the mechanism of action of bisphosphonates?
What is the mechanism of action of bisphosphonates?
What are the contraindications for bisphosphonate use?
What are the contraindications for bisphosphonate use?
