Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching a client about the causes of osteoporosis. The nurse should include which of the following types of medication therapy as a risk factor for osteoporosis?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Thyroid hormones. Excessive thyroid hormone can lead to increased bone resorption and decreased bone formation, increasing the risk of osteoporosis. Cardiac glycosides (A) are not known to be a risk factor for osteoporosis. Anticoagulants (C) and NSAIDs (D) are not directly associated with bone loss related to osteoporosis. Thyroid hormones (B) directly affect bone metabolism, making it the correct choice.