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rl · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

An adolescent girl has decided to become a vegetarian. The primary care NP should counsel her about iron intake and considering a vitamin containing:

a. zinc.
b. vitamin A.
c. vitamin C.
d. potassium.

Question 2

A patient reports fatigue and increased frequency of stools over the past week and reports having just begun a regimen of dietary changes to prevent hypertension.

The primary care NP notes a rapid, irregular heart rate and a blood pressure of 92/58 mm Hg. The NP should question the patient about: a. caffeine intake.
b. B vitamin intake.
c. fat-soluble vitamins.
d. use of salt substitutes.

Sarahjh · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Patients who are vegetarians often do not consume adequate amounts of zinc.

Answer to Question 2

D
The patient exhibits signs of potassium toxicity. Patients who use salt substitutes often consume excessive potassium.