Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
The 62-year-old client is diagnosed with osteoporosis. Which medication, if taken by the client, should the nurse identify as posing a secondary risk factor for the clientÔÇÖs osteoporosis?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Long-term corticosteroid use, like budesonide, is a risk factor for osteoporosis. Aspirin, escitalopram, and multivitamins (with calcium/vitamin D) do not contribute to bone loss.