A Patient Is Taking Alendronate [Fosamax] to Treat Paget's Disease

Multiple Choice

A patient is taking alendronate [Fosamax] to treat Paget's disease. The patient asks the nurse why calcium supplements are necessary. The nurse will tell the patient that calcium supplements are necessary to:

A) reduce the likelihood of atrial fibrillation.
B) maximize bone resorption of calcium.
C) minimize the risk of esophageal cancer.
D) prevent hyperparathyroidism.