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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.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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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.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Wow, this really help

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