Clinical Sciences- MCQ -1

Added: 2026-06-02

[00:00:00]Let's dive into this explainer on osteoporosis management protocols with a quick patient case. Ready? A 71-year-old woman has osteoporosis. What exactly should we add to her vitamin D and calcium? Is it A calcetonin, B, terraparatite, C, alendrronate, or D, no extra therapy? Lock it in. The best answer is C. Alendronate. Let's unpack why it's our go-to firstline treatment.

[00:00:26]Alendrronate is a bisphosphinate. These are absolutely first line for most post-menopausal osteoporosis patients.

[00:00:34]They inhibit osteoclast mediated bone resorption, safely increase bone density, and significantly reduce fracture risks. Why not the others?

[00:00:43]Well, calcetonin is less effective.

[00:00:45]Terraparide expensive and reserved for severe cases. And doing nothing, nope.

[00:00:50]Calcium and vitamin D alone just aren't enough for established osteoporosis. To summarize, always pair foundational calcium and vitamin D with a powerful bisphosphinate like alendrin. Remember this equation.