A 55-year-old female patient with rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed with osteoporosis. The nurse anticipates that the patient may be prescribed which medication to help with the treatment of this bone disorder?

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Parathyroid hormone is a medication used to treat osteoporosis by stimulating bone growth and increasing bone density. Antihypertensives and cardiac glycosides are not typically used for the treatment of osteoporosis. While vitamins A and E are important for overall health, they are not commonly used as a primary treatment for osteoporosis.

A 55-Year-Old Female Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis Is Diagnosed with Osteoporosis