Author Question: Which mineral is an antioxidant and is thought to reduce the risk of cancer? a. Iron b. Chromium ... (Read 83 times)

jparksx · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which mineral is an antioxidant and is thought to reduce the risk of cancer?

a. Iron
b. Chromium
c. Selenium
d. Mercury

Question 2

A client is asking a nurse about the need for vitamin therapy. The nurse directs the client that vitamin therapy is most likely to be indicated for those clients who

a. do not suffer from debilitating illness.
b. have an adequate dietary intake.
c. are on a restricted diet.
d. are experiencing a slow growth period.

pangili4 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Selenium is thought to have antioxidant qualities. Antioxidants are thought to decrease the risk for some types of cancer.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A patient on a restricted diet often requires vitamin therapy.