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ATI NUR 180 Pharmacology Exam Questions
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A nurse is providing an in-service to clients with postmenopausal osteoporosis. Which of the following medications is used to prevent and treat postmenopausal osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Raloxifene. Raloxifene is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) used to prevent and treat postmenopausal osteoporosis by increasing bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It works by mimicking the effects of estrogen on bone tissue without affecting the breast or uterus. Heparin (
B) is an anticoagulant used for preventing blood clots, not for osteoporosis. Digoxin (
C) is a cardiac medication for heart conditions, not osteoporosis. Warfarin (
D) is also an anticoagulant, not used for osteoporosis.
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