Question 191 · LEK · Osteopenia
Which of the following should be recommended for a 55-year-old female patient if her DXA examination showed T-score = -1.5?
1) calcium-rich diet;
2) supplementation of vitamin D₃;
3) adequate physical activity;
4) cessation of smoking;
5) bisphosphates.
The correct answer is:
2) supplementation of vitamin D₃;
3) adequate physical activity;
4) cessation of smoking;
5) bisphosphates.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2.
- B. 1,3.
- C. 1,2,4.
- D. 1,2,3,4.
- E. all the above.
Hint
First classify a T-score of -1.5, then decide whether lifestyle measures alone are sufficient.
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