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londonang

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Which vitamin is required for the regulation of neurotransmitters in the brain?
 
  a. Niacin (B3)
  b. Pyridoxine (B6)
  c. Thiamine (B1)
  d. Cobalamin (B12)

Question 2

A patient with a history of alcoholism who is currently drinking has been admitted to the short-stay unit. Select the vitamin which will probably be deficient in this patient.
 
  a. Vitamin D
  b. Thiamine (B1)
  c. Pantothenic acid (B5)
  d. Vitamin E


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Pyridoxine is required for the formation and regulation of neurotransmitters such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, tyramine, dopamine, serotonin, and gamma-aminobutyric acid.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Thiamine deficiency is common in the alcoholic patient; it is referred to as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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