Which medication information will the nurse identify as a concern for a patient's musculoskeletal status?
a. The patient takes a daily multivitamin and calcium supplement.
b. The patient takes hormone therapy (HT) to prevent "hot flashes."
c. The patient has severe asthma and requires frequent therapy with oral corticosteroids.
d. The patient has migraine headaches treated with nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
ANS: C
Frequent or chronic corticosteroid use may lead to skeletal problems such as avascular necrosis and osteoporosis. The use of HT and calcium supplements will help prevent osteoporosis. NSAID use does not increase the risk for musculoskeletal problems.
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