What information does the nurse teach a women's group about osteoporosis?
a. "For 5 years after menopause you lose 2% of bone mass yearly."
b. "Men actually have higher rates of the disease but are underdiagnosed."
c. "There is no way to prevent or slow osteoporosis after menopause."
d. "Women and men have an equal chance of getting osteoporosis."
ANS: A
For the first 5 years after menopause, women lose about 2% of their bone mass each year. Men have a slower loss of bone after the age of 75. Many treatments are now available for women to slow osteoporosis after menopause.
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