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

Answer 1

1.The difference between osteoporosis, osteopenia and osteomalacia are

Osteoporosis	Osteopenia	Osteomalacia
The bone density is reduced Bone become fragile and weak Fracture is easy and common No mineral loss The T score is above _2.5 It occurs mainly because of hormonal imbalances Needs medical intervention	Bone mass is decreased Delay in new bone formation Risk for osteoporosis The T score is _1.0 to _2.5 Does not need medical management, lifestyle management are adviced	The mineral content is decreased The bone is not hard Remodeling of the bone affected Can occur because of vitamin D, calcium, and phosphate deficiency pH is altered