The drug recommended as primary prevention of osteoporosis in women over age 70 years is:
1. Alendronate (Fosamax)
2. Ibandronate (Boniva)
3. Calcium carbonate
4. Raloxifene (Evista)
Question 2
Inadequate vitamin D intake can contribute to the development of osteoporosis by:
1. Increasing calcitonin production
2. Increasing calcium absorption from the intestine
3. Altering calcium metabolism
4. Stimulating bone formation