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Metfan725

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient develops a paralytic ileus 3 days after undergoing abdominal surgery. The nurse anticipates the doctor may order which vitamin to treat the patient's paralytic ileus?
 
  a. Vitamin A
  b. Vitamin B1
  c. Vitamin K
  d. Vitamin B5

Question 2

Which conditions may require folic acid? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Alcoholism
  b. Hepatic disease
  c. Pruritus
  d. Lactation
  e. Dental caries


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

ANS: D
Vitamin B5 has been used to treat paralytic ileus after surgery, possibly acting to stimulate GI motility.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
Folic acid is used in the treatment of alcoholism and hepatic disease, and for mothers who are nursing.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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

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