What are risk factors for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply.)
a. Menopause
b. Smoking
c. White female
d. Excessive high-impact exercise
e. Long-term use of phenytoin (Dilantin)
ANS: A, B, C, E
Menopausal white women who smoke and have had long-term administration of phenytoin (Dilantin), heparin, or corticosteroids are at risk for osteoporosis.
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