Which of the Following Are Risk Factors for Secondary Osteoporosis

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are risk factors for secondary osteoporosis?

• A)Low body weight
• B)Family history of osteoporosis
• C)Caucasian or Asian descent
• D)Long-term use of corticosteroids

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that controls an immense number of bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, body temperature, and the release of many hormones.

Prolactin

is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates milk production after childbirth and affects many other functions including reproductive, metabolic, and immune regulation.

Mammary Glands

Specialized organs in mammals that produce milk to nourish newborn offspring, consisting of lobules, ducts, and fat tissues.

Ventromedial

Pertains to a position that is both towards the bottom and the middle of a structure or an organ; often referenced in neuroscience to describe specific brain regions.