The Patient,age 58,is Diagnosed with Osteoporosis After Densitometry Testing

The patient,age 58,is diagnosed with osteoporosis after densitometry testing.She has been menopausal for 5 years and has been concerned about her risk for osteoporosis because her mother has osteoporosis.In teaching her about her osteoporosis,which information does the nurse include?

A) Even with a family history of osteoporosis,the calcium loss from bones can be slowed by increased calcium intake and exercise.
B) Estrogen replacement therapy must be started to prevent rapid progression of her osteoporosis.
C) With a family history of osteoporosis,there is no way to prevent or slow bone reabsorption.
D) Continuous,low-dose corticosteroid treatment is effective in stopping the course of osteoporosis.