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KL is a 72-year-old African American female living in a long-term care facility close to the Canadian border. She has a history of RA, which was well controlled until recently. She reports taking calcium supplements and eating lots of cheese. She arrives at the hospital with a hip fracture following a fall.
Height: 5'8" Weight: 210 pounds
What is the recommended daily amount of vitamin D for KL?
A. 500–600 IU
B. 800–1000 IU
C. 1100–1200 IU
D. 1200–1500 IU
E. 1500–1800 IU
Answer: B
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