Author Question: Why might a vitamin supplement be indicated in the client's case? a. All children should take ... (Read 37 times)

cabate · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Why might a vitamin supplement be indicated in the client's case?

a. All children should take vitamin supplements.
b. Because of an expected growth spurt at this age, 2 -year-olds should take vitamin supplements.
c. As a picky eater, he may lack a sufficient amount of vitamins for growth.
d. Providing a vitamin supplement will make his mother feel better about his health.

Question 2

The parents of which of the following children should the nurse indicate fluoride supplementation be needed?

a. All children should receive fluoride supplements
b. Children living in areas where the fluoride content of drinking water is below 0.7 ppm
c. Only children with significant dental health problems should receive supplements
d. Only children over 6 years should receive a supplement

chem1s3 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Research does not support this for children who eat a balanced diet.
B Incorrect: Infancy and adolescence are the only two growth spurts of life.
C Correct: The weight loss indicates that the child is not consuming adequate nutrition.
D Incorrect: This is not a sound rationale for placing a child on vitamin supplements.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: If the water supply is fluoridated, supplementation is not needed.
B Correct: These children should receive supplementation of fluoride.
C Incorrect: This is a false statement.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement. If the water is not fluoridated, supplementation is required from infancy to age 13.