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frankwu

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A patient is receiving an iron preparation in capsule form. What should the nurse administer the iron preparation with in order to improve absorption?
 
  a. Orange juice
  b. Milk products
  c. Water
  d. Caffeine drinks

Question 2

The home health nurse does an ongoing assessment of the patient who has had a subtotal gastrectomy. What vitamin deficiency should the nurse monitor for?
 
  a. A
  b. B6
  c. B12
  d. C



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Vitamin C, which can be found in orange juice, improves the absorption of iron.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Vitamin B12 is generated from the digestion of protein in the stomach. If part of the stomach is gone (gastrectomy), there is less digestive potential for vitamin B12.





 

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