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The nurse is preparing to give alendronate to the client with osteoporosis. The nurse should explain to the client that the expected outcome of this medication is primarily to

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Rationale: Alendronate, a bisphosphonate, inhibits osteoclast activity, thereby reducing bone resorption and increasing bone density in osteoporosis. It does not primarily reduce inflammation, increase synovial fluid, or directly increase serum calcium levels, which may actually decrease due to reduced bone breakdown.

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