A patient is taking alendronate (Fosamax) to treat Paget's disease. The patient asks the nurse why calcium supplements are necessary. The nurse will tell the patient that calcium supplements are necessary to:
a. reduce the likelihood of atrial fibrillation.
b. maximize bone resorption of calcium.
c. minimize the risk of esophageal cancer.
d. prevent hyperparathyroidism.
ANS: D
Alendronate can induce hyperparathyroidism in patients with Paget's disease; calcium supplementation can prevent this effect. Giving calcium does not reduce the incidence of atrial fibrillation, maximize bone resorption of calcium, or minimize the risk of esophageal cancer.
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