Medical OET · Test 07

Test 07 - Part B - Extract 5

I wanted to finish up by talking to you about osteoporosis. The age of a lot of our residents means that they are at risk of developing the disease.

Level: B2 · 15 sentences

Transcript

  1. I wanted to finish up by talking to you about osteoporosis.
  2. The age of a lot of our residents means that they are at risk of developing the disease.
  3. Genetics and lifestyle factors play a part.
  4. But not getting enough calcium and vitamin D can make the condition worse.
  5. So I'd like you to ensure that the needs of our residents are being met in this regard.
  6. Also, and this may be a significant factor for some of our residents,
  7. Cordicosteroids may contribute to the onset of the disease.
  8. For residents who already have osteoporosis,
  9. there are medications available to help,
  10. including Fosamax, Beneva, Actonel, and Reclasp.
  11. These drugs work by increasing bone density, so they can help reduce the risk of fractures.
  12. Now, there are also treatments available specifically for men,
  13. which wasn't the case in the past.
  14. And as you know, some of our male residents can be resistant to taking medication.
  15. So I'd really like you to mention this to them.