Question

1. What is the difference between osteoporosis, osteopenia & osteomalacia?

2. Name 3 treatments for osteoporosis.

3. For what reason would a wrench need to be readily accesible for a patient on an orthopedic unit?

4. What is the proper order/sequence to assess the GI system?

5. Name one medication that affects the oral cavity (i.e. gums).

Answer 1

1)

Following are differences:

Osteoporosis: Under such condition, there is porousness in the bone. There are spaces in bones, so bones become weak and might fractured easily.

osteomalacia: it refers to the softening of bones. it is caused by the deficiency of vitamin D. The vitamin D helps to absorb the calcium.

osteopenia: it occurs when there is low bone density. it refers to the decrease in the mass of bone. There is decrease in the bone mineral density.

2)

Following are three treatments for Osteoporosis:

• Heathy diet: food must contains the adequate amount of nutrients and proteins.
• Physical exercise: brisk walk, swimming, and yoga are beneficial.
• Oil Massage: Oil massage in affected are would help to increase the density of bone.

Further, Medications can also be suggested based on the test and intensity of problem .