Question

A 70-year-old postmenopausal woman sustains a low-trauma wrist fracture after a fall from standing height. DEXA scan shows T-score −2.8 at the femoral neck. According to NICE guidance, what is the most appropriate pharmacological treatment?

Accepted Answer

Start an oral bisphosphonate such as Alendronic acid

Answer

No treatment is required

Answer

Start long-term systemic steroids

Answer

Start high-dose Calcium alone

Answer

Advise bed rest to reduce fracture risk

Practice question

A 70-year-old postmenopausal woman sustains a low-trauma wrist fracture after a fall from standing height. DEXA scan shows T-score −2.8 at the femoral neck. According to NICE guidance, what is the most appropriate pharmacological treatment?