#1
Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in the body?
Vitamin D
ExplanationVitamin D aids in calcium absorption.
#2
What is the primary mineral found in bones?
Calcium
ExplanationCalcium is the primary mineral in bones.
#3
Which hormone plays a crucial role in regulating calcium levels and bone metabolism?
Estrogen
ExplanationEstrogen regulates calcium levels and bone metabolism.
#4
What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for adults aged 19-50 years?
1000 mg
ExplanationAdults aged 19-50 need 1000 mg calcium daily.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle modification to help prevent osteoporosis?
Avoiding sunlight exposure
ExplanationSunlight exposure is not a lifestyle modification for osteoporosis prevention.
#6
Which of the following factors can increase the risk of osteoporosis?
Smoking
ExplanationSmoking increases osteoporosis risk.
#7
What is the medical term for the breaking down of bone tissue?
Osteoclast
ExplanationOsteoclasts break down bone tissue.
#8
What is the T-score used for in osteoporosis diagnosis?
To compare bone density to that of a healthy young adult
ExplanationT-score compares bone density to healthy young adults.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for osteoporosis?
High body mass index (BMI)
ExplanationHigh BMI is not a common osteoporosis risk factor.
#10
Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed to treat osteoporosis?
Bisphosphonates
ExplanationBisphosphonates are common osteoporosis medications.
#11
Which imaging technique is commonly used to diagnose osteoporosis?
X-ray
ExplanationX-rays are used for osteoporosis diagnosis.
#12
What is the term for the severe bending of the spine due to weakened vertebrae in osteoporosis?
Kyphosis
ExplanationSevere spine bending is kyphosis in osteoporosis.
#13
What percentage of bone mass is typically lost per decade in postmenopausal women?
6-8%
ExplanationPostmenopausal women lose 6-8% bone mass per decade.
#14
Which type of exercise is particularly beneficial for improving bone density?
Resistance training
ExplanationResistance training improves bone density.
#15
What is the term for the sudden and severe pain in the wrist or hip due to a fracture from osteoporosis?
Pathologic fracture
ExplanationSudden severe pain from osteoporosis fracture is pathologic fracture.