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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Raloxifene is a selective estrogen receptor modifier (SERM) and is often prescribed as treatment for osteoporosis. Alendronate is a bisphosphonate drug, calcium gluconate is a calcium supplement, and tamoxifen is an estrogen receptor modulator, but not classified specifically as a SERM.

A Client with Osteoporosis Is Prescribed a Selective Estrogen Receptor