Osteoporosis Exam 1 #1 Questions with correct answers
Which medication classification used to treat osteoporosis would impede bone
resorption by inhibiting osteoclastic activity?
A Calcitonin
B Bisphosphonate
C Estrogen
D Monoclonal activity - ✔✔B
When teaching a patient about taking alendronate sodium for osteoporosis,
which statement would indicate understanding?
A "I can take the medication before bed."
B "I should drink 6 to 8 ounces of water when taking the medication."
C "I need to stay upright for at least 15 minutes after taking the medication."
D "I must take the medication with food." - ✔✔B
The nurse provides teaching for a patient newly diagnosed with osteoporosis.
What should be included with the teaching? Select all that apply.
A Walk 3-4 times a week for at least 30 minutes.
B Encourage weight gain.
C Drink no more than three alcoholic drinks a day.
D Take 1,200 mg/day calcium supplements daily.
E Take 1,200 IU of vitamin D daily.
F Maintain a diet low in protein. - ✔✔A, C, D
Which medication classification used to treat osteoporosis would impede bone
resorption by inhibiting osteoclastic activity?
A Calcitonin
B Bisphosphonate
C Estrogen
D Monoclonal activity - ✔✔B
When teaching a patient about taking alendronate sodium for osteoporosis,
which statement would indicate understanding?
A "I can take the medication before bed."
B "I should drink 6 to 8 ounces of water when taking the medication."
C "I need to stay upright for at least 15 minutes after taking the medication."
D "I must take the medication with food." - ✔✔B
The nurse provides teaching for a patient newly diagnosed with osteoporosis.
What should be included with the teaching? Select all that apply.
A Walk 3-4 times a week for at least 30 minutes.
B Encourage weight gain.
C Drink no more than three alcoholic drinks a day.
D Take 1,200 mg/day calcium supplements daily.
E Take 1,200 IU of vitamin D daily.
F Maintain a diet low in protein. - ✔✔A, C, D
