Reading...
Play button
Play button
Use LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to navigate between flashcards;
Use UP and DOWN arrow keys to flip the card;
H to show hint;
A reads text to speech;
3 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
|
Patho of osteoporosis?
|
severe bone loss (most common metabolic bone dz) can have atraumatic fractures
|
|
|
How do you dx osteoporosis?
|
Dexa scan. evidence of demineralization of the hip, spine, and pelvis. may have a decrease in height or may be asymptomatic
|
|
|
Tx for osteoporosis?
|
Fosamax
Calcium 1500 mg HRT (controversial) may reduce the rate of bone loss. check for compliance and assess for fx. |
