Billie,an Active 72-Year-Old,becomes Concerned About the Risk of Osteoporosis After

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Multiple Choice

Billie,an active 72-year-old,becomes concerned about the risk of osteoporosis after a close friend suffers an osteoporosis-related spinal fracture.She asks her doctor about estrogen replacement.What is the current consensus on estrogen for osteoporosis prevention?

• A)Research has confirmed that long-term estrogen replacement is safe for postmenopausal women.
• B)Estrogen should only be used if Billie is unable to take other medications and the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
• C)High dose estrogen should be used initially and then Billie should be switched to a maintenance dose.
• D)Estrogen is the first line agent for postmenopausal women like Billie.

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