A Client with Osteoporosis Is Prescribed a Selective Estrogen Receptor

question 6

Multiple Choice

A client with osteoporosis is prescribed a selective estrogen receptor modifier (SERM) as treatment. The nurse would identify which drug as belonging to this class?

• A) Alendronate
• B) Calcium gluconate
• C) Tamoxifen
• D) Raloxifene

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