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Alainaaa8

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on: Aug 21, 2018
Nutrient-drug interactions caused by diuretics used to treat high blood pressure are most likely to result in ____.
 A) poor absorption of vitamins
  B) poor absorption of the drug when taken with grapefruit
  C) enhanced metabolism of the drug, rendering it less effective when taken on an empty stomach
  D) enhanced excretion of potassium and other electrolytes

Question 2

What describes a potential adverse effect of using St. John's wort?
 A) skin photosensitivity
  B) heartburn
  C) liver damage
  D) weight gain


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meganlapinski

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


Alainaaa8

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Reply 2 on: Aug 21, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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