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Osteoporosis is a complex, multifactorial disease of compromised bone strength and integrity. This episode covers the key things you need to know about osteoporosis for NCLEX and nursing school.


* Key hormones involved in osteoporosis

* Types of osteoporosis

* Risk factors for osteoporosis

* Osteoporosis complications

* Signs and symptoms

* Tests and assessments

* Treatments

* Patient education for osteoporosis


A big “thank you” to HCA Healthcare for sponsoring this episode. Click here to learn more about HCA Healthcare’s robust nurse residency program.


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