Exam 13: Vitamin and Mineral Replacement

A patient is diagnosed with anemia and asks the nurse why the provider has ordered vitamin B12. Which answer by the nurse is correct?

The nurse is teaching a patient who has a folic acid deficiency about treatment for this disorder. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

A patient who has type 2 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse about taking chromium supplements. The nurse will tell this patient that taking chromium:

A patient reports taking large doses of vitamin C to prevent upper respiratory infections. The nurse will perform which action?

The nurse is caring for a child who receives all nutrition parenterally. The nurse will be alert for signs of a deficiency of which mineral in this child?

Which fat-soluble vitamin can increase the risk of bleeding and would warrant close monitoring of prothrombin time in a patient also taking warfarin (Coumadin)?

A patient is taking nicotinic acid (Niacin) to treat hyperlipidemia. The patient reports a flushing sensation along with gastrointestinal irritation. The nurse will perform which action?

The nurse is teaching a patient who has iron-deficiency anemia about iron supplementation. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

The nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of chronic alcohol abuse. The patient is confused and exhibits nystagmus and blurred vision. Which vitamin will the nurse expect to administer to this patient?

A patient reports having taken a large dose of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and is experiencing diarrhea and gastrointestinal upset. The nurse will prepare to take which action?

A female patient has a history of heavy menstrual periods and has received treatment in the past for iron deficiency anemia. She would like to take ferrous sulfate prophylactically to avoid future programs. Which of the following is the recommended dose of ferrous sulfate for prophylactic use?

The nurse is caring for an elderly patient who has poor nutrition. The nurse notes cracked skin at the corners of the patient's mouth along with generalized scaly dermatitis. The nurse will contact the provider to discuss a possible deficiency of which vitamin?

A young woman tells the nurse that she has a strong family history of osteoporosis and that she has been taking calcium supplements. Which vitamin will the nurse recommend as an adjunct to calcium supplementation?

A parent calls the nurse to report that a 5-year-old child has taken five children's vitamins. Which action will the nurse take first?

A patient reports wanting to take vitamin A to prevent blindness. Which response by the nurse is correct?

The nurse is teaching a patient about water-soluble vitamins. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

A child is brought to the emergency department after ingesting a grandparent's warfarin (Coumadin) tablets. The nurse will anticipate administering which form of vitamin K?

A patient asks the nurse about whether it is necessary to take vitamin supplements. The patient is a 26-year-old female who is contemplating pregnancy. The nurse will recommend which supplement?

A patient who spends most of the time indoors has been taking large doses of vitamin D and is curious about signs of vitamin D toxicity. The nurse will tell this patient to report which sign that may indicate vitamin D toxicity?

A patient who will begin taking an antibiotic reports taking several vitamin supplements every day. Which vitamin or mineral will the nurse counsel the patient about during antibiotic therapy?