Steroid osteoporosis prevention — GPhC CRA MCQ
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Correct answer: E — Assess fracture risk and consider bone protection such as calcium/vitamin D and bisphosphonate therapy
Long-term systemic corticosteroids increase fracture risk, especially in older adults and those with previous fragility fracture. Bone protection and risk assessment should be considered early. Abrupt steroid cessation is unsafe.
Reference: NICE CKS; BNF