Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for the development of osteoporosis?
- low testosterone levels in men
- low levels of physical activity
- inadequate dietary protein
- cigarette smoking
- chronic corticosteroid use
Answer: C
Inadequate dietary protein
Low dietary Calcium, not protein, is a risk factor for osteoporosis. All of the others are risk factors.
Know Your Content Blueprint
Osteoporosis is covered as part of the PANCE Musculoskeletal Blueprint
Review Topic: Osteoporosis