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The nurse is aware that a deficiency of what vitamin may cause anemia?
 
  a. vitamin A c. Vitamin E
  b. vitamin D d. Vitamin C

Question 2

When teaching a client receiving cyanocobalamin for pernicious anemia, the nurse should instruct the client:
 
  a. that cyanocobalamin can produce severe neurologic symptoms and to stop taking it if these symptoms occur.
  b. to consume a diet high in raw eggs, meats, and vegetables.
  c. to have erythropoientin level monitored at least every other month.
  d. that damage to the nervous system may occur if the client stops the therapy abruptly.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This will not lead to anemia.
B Incorrect: This will not lead to anemia.
C Correct: Because of vitamin E's role in stabilizing the membrane of the red blood cells, a deficiency could lead to anemia.
D Incorrect: This leads to impaired wound healing, hemorrhage, and dental disorders. Scurvy rarely occurs in the U.S.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: This is a false statement.
B Incorrect: This is not appropriate.
C Incorrect: This is not appropriate.
D Correct: The nurse must stress compliance with cyanocobalamin therapy to avoid CNS damage.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM


adammoses97

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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