This document provides information about osteoporosis, including that it is a progressive bone disease characterized by low bone mass and density that increases fracture risk. It affects many people worldwide and is more prevalent in Caucasian and Asian women and older adults. Risk factors include genetics, nutrition, medications, lifestyle, and certain health conditions. It is assessed using DXA scans and treated through diet, exercise, calcium/vitamin D supplements, bisphosphonates, and surgery for fractures.
This document provides information about osteoporosis, including that it is a progressive bone disease characterized by low bone mass and density that increases fracture risk. It affects many people worldwide and is more prevalent in Caucasian and Asian women and older adults. Risk factors include genetics, nutrition, medications, lifestyle, and certain health conditions. It is assessed using DXA scans and treated through diet, exercise, calcium/vitamin D supplements, bisphosphonates, and surgery for fractures.
This document provides information about osteoporosis, including that it is a progressive bone disease characterized by low bone mass and density that increases fracture risk. It affects many people worldwide and is more prevalent in Caucasian and Asian women and older adults. Risk factors include genetics, nutrition, medications, lifestyle, and certain health conditions. It is assessed using DXA scans and treated through diet, exercise, calcium/vitamin D supplements, bisphosphonates, and surgery for fractures.
This document provides information about osteoporosis, including that it is a progressive bone disease characterized by low bone mass and density that increases fracture risk. It affects many people worldwide and is more prevalent in Caucasian and Asian women and older adults. Risk factors include genetics, nutrition, medications, lifestyle, and certain health conditions. It is assessed using DXA scans and treated through diet, exercise, calcium/vitamin D supplements, bisphosphonates, and surgery for fractures.
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Nacito, Julie Ann T.
& Tiongson, Annie Joy M. Osteoporosis
"porous bones" from Greek: ostoun meaning "bone" and poros meaning "pore is a progressive bone disease that is characterized by a decrease in bone mass and density which can lead to an increased risk of fracture. Prevalence
Is the most prevalent bone disease in the world more than 10M Americans have osteoporosis It is projected that one of every two caucasian women one of every five men will have an osteoporosis related fracture. The consequence of osteoporosis is bone fracture
Peak adult bone mass is achieved between the ages of 18 and 25 years in both females and males Failure to develop optimal peak bone mass during childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood contributes to the development of osteoporosis It is affected by genetic factors, nutrition, physical activity, medications, endocrine status and general health. Risk factors GENETICS Caucasian or Asian Female Family history Small Frame Predispose to low bone mass AGE Post menopause Advanced age Low testosterone in men Decreased calcitonin
Hormones (estrogen, calcitonin and testosterone) inhibits bone loss NUTRITION Low calcium intake Low vita D intake High phosphate (carbonated beverages) Inadequate calories Reduces nutrients needed for bone remodelling PHYSICAL EXERCISE Sedentary Lack of weight-bearing exercise Low weight and body mass index Bones needs STRESS for bone maintenance LIFE STYLE CHOICES Ceffeine Alcohol Smoking Lack of exposure to sunlight Reduces osteogenesis in bone remodelling MEDICATIONS Corticosteroids Antiseizure meds Heparin Thyroid hormone CORMOBIDITY Anorexia nervosa Hyperthyroidism Malabsorption syndrome Renal failure Affects calcium absorption and metabolism How does it happen?
On the board pls. Julie its your turn to shine! ASSESSMENT & DIAGNOSTICS Osteoporosis may be undetectable on routine x- rays until there has been 25%-40% demineralization resulting in radiolucency of the bones. DUAL ENERGY X-RAY ABSORPTIOMETRY (DXA) Which provides information about BMD at the spine and hip BMD testing is recommended for all women older than 65 years of age and men older than 70 yrs. It is also useful in identifying osteopenic and osteoporotic bone in assessing response to therapy. MEDICAL MANAGEMENT A diet rich in calcium and vita D throughout life, with an increased calcium intake during adolescence, young adulthood and the middle years protects against skeletal demineralization Such diet includes 3 glasses of skim or whole vita D-enriched milk or other foods high in calcium daily (cheese and other dairy products, steamed broccoli, canned salmon with bones) Regular weight-bearing exercise promotes bone formation. 20-30 minutes of aerobic exercise for 3 times or more per week.
PHARMACOLOGIC THERAPY The first line medications used to treat and prevent osteoporosis include calcium (Caltrate,Citracal) and vitamin D supplements and bisphosphonates taken with meals or with beverage high in vita C to promote absorption. Common side effects of calcium supplements are abdominal distention and constipation. Vitamin D and calcium supplements should not be taken the same day with the bisphosphonates and its side effects includes gastrointestinal symptoms (dyspepsia, nausea, flatulence, diarrhea, constipation)
Clients who take bisphosphonates must take this on an empty stomach with full glass of water and must sit upright for 30-60 minutes after administration. Selective estrogen receptor modulators such as raloxifene (Evista) reduces the risk of osteoporosis. FRACTURE MANAGEMENT Fractures on the hip that occur as consequence of osteoporosis are managed surgically by joint replacement or by closed or open reduction with internal fixation. NURSING DIAGNOSIS Deficient knowledge about osteoporotic process and treatment regimen Acute pain r/t fracture and muscle spasm Risk for constipation r/t immobility or development of ileus (intestinal obstruction) Risk for injury: additional fracture r/t osteoporosis NURSING INTERVENTION Relieve back pain resulting from compression fracture by resting in bed in a supine or side-lying position several times a day. Knee flexion increases comfort by relaxing back muscles Intermittent local heat and back rubs promote muscle relaxation Instruct the patient to move the back as a unit and to avoid twisting Teach also the patient about body mechanics
Encourage the patient to do walking exercises Daily weight-bearing activity outdoor Avoid sudden bending, jarring, and strenuous lifting. Improving Bowel Elimination Advice high fiber diet Increase fluid intake It is also a must to monitor the I&O and the bowel sounds and activity THANK YOU FOR LISTENING ^_^