MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

OSTEOPOROSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When should calcium supplements be given?
A
There is no contribution of sufficient amounts
B
Excess vitamin D
C
Excess calcium intake
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Calcium carbonate supplements tends to be the best value, because they contain the highest amount of elemental calcium (about 40% by weight). Because calcium carbonate requires stomach acid for absorption, it’s best to take this product with food.

Detailed explanation-2: -Getting too little calcium can cause several conditions, including the following: Osteoporosis, which causes weak, fragile bones and increases the risk of falling. Rickets, a disease in children that causes soft, weak bones. Osteomalacia, which causes soft bones in children and adults.

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