A 70-year-old woman with postmenopausal fragility hip fracture is reviewed. Which statement best reflects NICE recommendations on secondary prevention...

Question

A 70-year-old woman with postmenopausal fragility hip fracture is reviewed. Which statement best reflects NICE recommendations on secondary prevention?

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Start alendronate unless contraindicated and assess calcium and vitamin D

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FRAX only is sufficient and no treatment if 10 year risk is low

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Defer all treatment until DEXA confirms osteoporosis

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Offer raloxifene first line to all women over 65

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Start denosumab in primary care without monitoring

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Osteoporosis Secondary Prevention

A 70-year-old woman with postmenopausal fragility hip fracture is reviewed. Which statement best reflects NICE recommendations on secondary prevention?