The nurse is caring for an older woman receiving therapy for osteoporosis.Which of the following lab tests would be used to evaluate the patient's response to therapy?

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Collagen cross-linked N-telopeptide is a biomarker used to evaluate treatment response in patients with osteoporosis. It reflects the amount of bone breakdown and is used to monitor the effectiveness of therapies that slow down bone loss. Alkaline phosphatase is a less specific marker for bone formation and can be affected by non-bone related factors like liver or kidney disease. Serum calcitonin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland and does not play a significant role in evaluating osteoporosis therapy response. Serum ammonia is a marker for liver function and is not directly related to bone health.

The Nurse Is Caring for an Older Woman Receiving Therapy