Question

A 78-year-old woman is admitted with a fragility fracture of her left hip. She has no previous history of osteoporosis. According to NICE guidelines, what is the most appropriate management for secondary prevention of osteoporotic fractures?

Accepted Answer

Alendronic acid 70mg once weekly

Answer

Calcium and Vitamin D supplementation only

Answer

Denosumab injection every 6 months

Answer

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Answer

Raloxifene 60mg OD

Practice question

A 78-year-old woman is admitted with a fragility fracture of her left hip. She has no previous history of osteoporosis. According to NICE guidelines, what is the most appropriate management for secondary prevention of osteoporotic fractures?