An 80-year-old female with a diagnosis of osteoporosis receives daily supplements of calcitonin in the form of a nasal spray that she instills each morning
Which of the following phenomenon would her care providers expect to result from her supplementation?
A)
Decreased serum calcium levels
B)
Increased bone resorption
C)
Acceleration of osteoclast action
D)
An increase in bone formation
Ans:
A
Feedback:
Calcitonin lowers both the rate of bone resorption and serum calcium levels. It does not accelerate osteoclast action, and it is not noted to increase bone formation.
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