Osteoporosis

What is osteoporosis?

• D. A lung disease

• A. A muscle disease

• C. A heart disease

• B. A bone disease

What does osteoporosis mean?

• D. Hollow bone

• B. weak bone

• A. Strong bone

• C. Flexible bone

What is a risk factor for developing osteoporosis?

• D. Being of African descent

• A. Being male

• B. Having a small body frame

• C. Having a high peak bone mass

Which hormone level is associated with osteoporosis?

• A. Insulin levels

• B. Gender hormone levels

• D. Adrenaline levels

• C. Thyroid hormone levels

What dietary factor increases the risk of osteoporosis?

• D. Gastrointestinal surgery

• C. Regular exercise

• B. Eating disorders

• A. Low calcium intake

At what age do most people reach their peak bone mass?

• D. 50

• C. 40

• B. 30

• A. 20

Which gender is more likely to develop osteoporosis?

• A. Men

• B. Women

• C. Both equally

• D. None of the above

What is the effect of osteoporosis on bones?

• A. Bones become stronger

• B. Bones become weaker

• D. Bones become denser

• C. Bones become more flexible

What can help prevent bone loss or strengthen weak bones?

• A. Medications, unhealthy diet, and no exercise

• B. Unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle

• C. Healthy diet, weight-bearing exercise, and medications

• D. No preventive measures available